What is the median salary for Security Engineer in Chicago?

The median salary for Security Engineer in Chicago is USD 115,750 - USD 177,500 per year.

Security Engineer Salary in Chicago

Based on 1,539 job listings - Chicago, United States 2026

+39.6% vs 2025

Average salary

$121,318 - $178,259

Median salary

$115,750 - $177,500

Lower rangeUpper range

10th percentile$87K

25th percentile$95K

Median$116K

75th percentile$149K

90th percentile$165K

50% of professionals earn between $95,000 - $149,000 USD

The median salary is $115,750

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Security Engineer in Chicago

The average salary for a Security Engineer in Chicago, United States is USD 121,318 - USD 178,259 per year in 2026, based on 1,539 job listings.

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