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Hardware Engineer

Greater Chicago Area, US

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Hardware Engineer Salary in Greater Chicago Area, US

$101,725

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$95K

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$169K

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$293K

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The average Hardware Engineer Salary range in Chicago, IL is from $95,000 to $169,120. View Hardware Engineer salaries across top companies broken down by base, stock, and bonus. Last updated: 11/10/2025

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