Desktop support technician salary in Chicago, IL

The average salary for a Desktop Support Technician is $25.38 per hour in Chicago, IL. This figure is based on 86 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 27, 2026.

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Desktop Support Technician salaries in Chicago, IL typically range between a low of $16.20 and a high of $43.41 per hour, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Desktop Support Technician in Chicago, IL include Bannockburn, IL at $30.33 per hour, North Chicago, IL at $29.76 per hour, and East Peoria, IL at $26.90 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Desktop Support Technician in Chicago, IL include Vedder Price ($124,125 per year) and Real Soft, Inc. ($114,972 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Desktop Support Technician salary in Chicago, IL compares to related positions:

• Desktop Support Technician II: Average $25.69 per hour
• Junior Desktop Support Technician: Average $22.84 per hour
• Senior Desktop Support Technician: Average $32.15 per hour