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Full stack developer salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a Full Stack Developer make in Chicago, IL?

Average base salary

$128,904
6%
below national average
Average $128,904
Low $84,609
High $196,388

The average salary for a full stack developer is $128,904 per year in Chicago, IL and $5,500 cash bonus per year.288 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated August 15, 2026).

Full Stack Developer job openings in Chicago, IL

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Lead Full Stack Engineer
Humana3.6out of 5 stars.
Chicago, IL
$129,300 - $177,800 a year
Full-time
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Full Stack Developer in Chicago, IL

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Brilliant
 
$250,000per year
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EY
 
$219,900per year
NinjaTrader
 
$194,375per year
Chime
 
$188,500per year
Credera
 
$187,200per year
Stefanini IT Solution
 
$183,040per year

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Highest paying cities for Full Stack Developers near Chicago, IL

  1. Riverwoods, IL
    $192,133 per year
  2. Evanston, IL
    $157,435 per year
  3. Lakeview, IL
    $152,405 per year
  4. Cicero, IL
    $152,405 per year
  5. North Chicago, IL
    $131,673 per year

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