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Software architect salary in Chicago, IL (Updated 2026)

How much does a Software Architect make in Chicago, IL?

Average base salary

$149,561
23%
above national average
Average $149,561
Low $101,353
High $220,698

The average salary for a software architect is $149,561 per year in Chicago, IL and $10,000 cash bonus per year.133 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 25, 2026).

Software Architect job openings in Chicago, IL

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Azure Data Architect
HCLTech3.7out of 5 stars.
Chicago, IL
From $213,000 a year
1 week ago

Highest paying companies for Software Architect in Chicago, IL

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
SAP
 
$302,850per year
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Palo Alto Networks
 
$275,944per year
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EY
 
$220,550per year
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Expedia Group
 
$219,000per year
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Global Technical Talent
 
$218,400per year
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Imcs Group
 
$208,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Software Architects near Chicago, IL

  1. Lisle, IL
    $188,271 per year
  2. Springfield, IL
    $172,733 per year
  3. Lake Forest, IL
    $171,276 per year
  4. Chicago, IL
    $149,561 per year
  5. Peoria, IL
    $134,237 per year

Where can a Software Architect earn more?

Compare salaries for Software Architects in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Software Architect get paid in Chicago, IL?

Chief Software Architect

Job openings
Average $192,258 per year

Principal Software Architect

Job openings
Average $191,949 per year

Senior Software Architect

Job openings
Average $149,879 per year

Senior Technical Architect

Job openings
Average $157,869 per year