Full Stack Developer Salary in Chicago

Pay ranges below come from 14 current full stack developer listings that disclose salary in Chicago, updated daily. We only show what employers actually post — never estimates.

Median base pay

from 14 disclosed ranges

$132,500/yr

$72,500$106,080 – $157,500 typical$170,000

Highest-paying employers in Chicago

JPMorganChaseup to $185,000
United Airlinesup to $183,108
Addison Groupup to $180,000
MMD Servicesup to $175,000
Bain & Co.up to $169,250

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Full Stack Developer roles in Chicago that list pay

Real current listings, highest disclosed pay first.

AI-Driven Full Stack Engineer (Python + React) – Hybrid

Addison Group · Chicago, Illinois

$160,000 - $180,000

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Principal Full Stack Developer (Java, React)

United Airlines · Chicago, Illinois

$140,600 - $183,108

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Lead Software Engineer - Java Full Stack, AI, Spring Boot

JPMorganChase · Chicago, Illinois

$137,750 - $185,000

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Lead Full Stack Engineer (.NET/React)

MMD Services · Chicago, Illinois

$140,000 - $175,000

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Senior Full Stack AI Product Engineer

Bain & Co. · Chicago, Illinois

$128,000 - $169,250

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What moves Full Stack Developer pay

Seniority

Years of experience and scope are the biggest lever — senior full stack developer roles routinely clear the top of the range above.

Company & industry

Larger and high-margin employers pay more for the same full stack developer title than smaller or non-profit ones.

Local market

Cost of living and local demand shift Chicago offers up or down versus the national figure.

Frequently asked

How much does a Full Stack Developer make in Chicago?

Based on 14 disclosed ranges in our current feed, the median is around $132,500 per year. Actual pay varies by experience, company, and specialty.

Where do these numbers come from?

Real job listings in Climbr's feed that publish a salary range, refreshed daily and annualized for comparison. We don't use survey estimates or model-generated figures — if employers don't post pay, we don't show a number.

How can I earn more as a Full Stack Developer?

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