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Game Developer Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median game developer salary in Aurora, IL is $85,000 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$85,000
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
95%

Game Developer Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level game developer earns around $50,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $148,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$50,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$87,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$148,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $48,000
25th Percentile $65,000
Median (50th) $85,000
75th Percentile $120,000
90th Percentile $155,000

Game Developer Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$96,050
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$95,200
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$76,500
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$73,950
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Game Developer in Aurora

Education

Most game developer positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

C++Unity/Unreal3D MathGame PhysicsGPU ProgrammingVersion Control

Job Outlook

Nationally, game developer employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.