Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $84,820 | $98,562 | -14% |
| Median hourly wage | $40.78 | $47.39 | -14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $84,820.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $97,388 | $68,250 | $131,250 | 107 |
The median annual salary for a Web Developer in Illinois is $84,820, or about $40.78 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Web Developers is $98,562. Illinois is -14% below the national median.
Entry-level web developers in Illinois typically earn from $68,250 depending on the city and employer.
With 4,310 web developer jobs on record and a median salary of $84,820, Illinois offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.