Retail & Sales Illinois (IL) Rank #24 of 50

Sales Engineer Salary in Illinois

The median sales engineer salary in Illinois is $103,104 per year, which is 5% below the national median of $108,530.

Median Salary

$103,104

vs National

$-5,426

State Rank

#24 of 50

Cost of Living

95%

Sales Engineer Salary in Illinois by Experience

In Illinois, an entry-level sales engineer earns around $61,750, while experienced professionals earn up to $161,500 per year. The cost of living index in Illinois is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$61,750

$-3,250 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$104,500

$-5,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$161,500

$-8,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Illinois

Percentile	IL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$58,900	$62,000	$-3,100
25th Percentile	$77,900	$82,000	$-4,100
Median (50th)	$103,104	$108,530	$-5,426
75th Percentile	$134,900	$142,000	$-7,100
90th Percentile	$169,100	$178,000	$-8,900

Sales Engineer Salary by City in Illinois

The largest employment areas for sales engineers in Illinois include Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, and Rockford. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Chicago, IL

$116,127

Pop. 2,693,976 · COL 107%

Aurora, IL

$103,104

Pop. 197,757 · COL 95%

Naperville, IL

$117,212

Pop. 149,540 · COL 108%

Rockford, IL

$88,995

Pop. 148,655 · COL 82%

Springfield, IL

$92,251

Pop. 114,394 · COL 85%

How to Become a Sales Engineer in Illinois

Education

Most sales engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Illinois has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Technical KnowledgeSalesProduct DemosSolution SellingCRMClient Management

Job Outlook in Illinois

Nationally, sales engineer employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Illinois's demand may vary based on local industry trends.