Materials Scientists Salary in Illinois
Ranked #7 of 30 · IL
3% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $129,980 ≈ $62/hr
Median annual salary $125,850
Employment 380
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $84,070P25 $104,350 Median $125,850P75 $145,620P90 $184,130
About 80% of materials scientistss in Illinois earn between $84,070 and $184,130. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean materials scientists salary in Illinois is $129,980, about 3% above the U.S. average ($126,180). That works out to roughly $62/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $133,340 | $140,350 | 460 |