Physicists Salary in Illinois
Ranked #35 of 43 · IL
18.3% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $139,780 ≈ $67/hr
Median annual salary $137,140
Employment 1,590
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $81,830P25 $82,110 Median $137,140P75 $175,510P90 $221,380
About 80% of physicistss in Illinois earn between $81,830 and $221,380. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean physicists salary in Illinois is $139,780, about 18.3% below the U.S. average ($171,180). That works out to roughly $67/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $137,140 | $138,950 | 1,510 |