Desktop engineer: Average Salary in Chicago, IL, 2026

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How much does a Desktop engineer make in Chicago, IL?

$136,250/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries

The average Desktop engineer in Chicago, IL is $136,250 per year or $68.95 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $100,000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $184,900 per year.

Median$136,250

Low$100,000

High$184,900

Desktop engineer: Average Salary in United States of America

California$141,820

Maryland$136,954

Virginia$134,011

Washington$133,576

New York$125,133

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