How much does a Staff Developer make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Staff Developer in Chicago, IL is $52,215. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $41,171 to a high of $64,398, with most professionals earning between $46,434 and $58,592.

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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Staff Developer in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Staff Developer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Staff Developer ranges from $46,434 to $58,592 with the average base salary of $52,215. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $46,470 to $58,641 with the average total cash compensation of $52,275.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $52,215 $46,434 - $58,592
Bonus $60 $36 - $49
Total Pay $52,275 $46,470 - $58,641
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,434 - $58,592 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,434 - $58,592 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,380 - $58,524 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,416 - $58,569 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,416 - $58,569 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,463 - $57,367 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
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