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Solutions Architect Salary in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin IL-IN-WI (2026)

Defense and biotech core infra needs.

Median Salary: $167,200

Range: $146K – $263K

CoL Tier: Moderate · 3-Year Trend: +5.8% · Source: Built In; 6figr (calculated)

Avg Total Comp

$187,000

Experience Level

Median base $148k in San Diego; national benchmark at $152k.

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