Chemists Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Illinois
Chemists in Illinois earn a median salary of $92,188 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, +9.6% vs the national median of $84,150. An estimated 3,090 chemists are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $70,340 to $122,950 depending on location.
$92,188
Avg median salary in Illinois
$122,950
Highest paying metro
$70,340
Lowest paying metro
3,090
Employed in Illinois
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Chemists salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria, IL | $122,950 | $86,940 | $155,750 | 120 |
| Chicago, IL-IN | $100,720 | $74,140 | $129,320 | 2,810 |
| Springfield, IL | $91,350 | $62,630 | $97,080 | 40 |
| Northwest Illinois | $75,580 | $58,780 | $105,540 | 40 |
| Champaign, IL | $70,340 | $55,730 | $91,370 | 80 |