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Business analyst salary in Chicago, IL (Updated 2026)

How much does a Business Analyst make in Chicago, IL?

Average base salary

$89,508
same
as national average
Average $89,508
Low $61,709
High $129,831

The average salary for a business analyst is $89,508 per year in Chicago, IL and $3,500 cash bonus per year.228 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 19, 2026).

Business Analyst job openings in Chicago, IL

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Business Analyst, Individual I...
Morningstar3.9out of 5 stars.
Chicago, IL
$74,325 - $100,325 a year
Full-time
3 weeks ago

Highest paying companies for Business Analyst in Chicago, IL

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
bp
 
$197,000per year
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SysMind
 
$176,800per year
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Engtal
 
$165,000per year
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THE PLANET GROUP
 
$163,280per year
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Rose International
 
$158,600per year
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Global Technical Talent
 
$145,600per year
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Highest paying cities for Business Analysts near Chicago, IL

  1. Lisle, IL
    $108,507 per year
  2. Deerfield, IL
    $94,009 per year
  3. Springfield, IL
    $93,821 per year
  4. Chicago, IL
    $89,508 per year
  5. Schaumburg, IL
    $87,836 per year

Where can a Business Analyst earn more?

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