Open listings by city first, then pay and what the profession is.
By AtiveSite · Published 07/11/2026 · Updated 09/11/2026 · Every figure is linked to its source below.
49 open private-sector listings for software developers in Illinois from 15 employers. Cities with the most openings first.
| City ⇅ | Open jobs now ⇅ | Employers hiring ⇅ | Jobs ⇅ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 49 | 15 | see jobs → |
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| Measure ⇅ | Illinois ⇅ | United States ⇅ |
|---|---|---|
| Jobs | 56,310 | 1,687,890 |
| Median pay | $132,110 | $135,980 |
| Entry (10th percentile) | $80,980 | $82,460 |
| Top (90th percentile) | $194,740 | $214,670 |
| Location quotient | 0.85 | 1.00 |
Estimate for a wage earner: 2026 federal brackets and standard deduction (IRS), Social Security 6.2% up to $184,500, Medicare 1.45% (+0.9% above $200,000 single / $250,000 married), and a state rate you set. It ignores credits, pre-tax deductions, local taxes and benefits. Sources: IRS: tax year 2026 inflation adjustments · SSA wage base per Federal Register notice 2025-19763.
Software developers (SOC 15-1252): national median pay $135,980 a year, 1,687,890 jobs in the US, +10.2% growth projected 2025–35, typical entry education: Bachelor's degree (BLS).
Everything about this profession →Illinois guide
49 open private-sector listings from 15 employers on Jobs Private USA today (updated several times a day).
The median is $132,110 a year; entry level (10th percentile) $80,980 and top (90th) $194,740 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).