Data Scientists Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $76,180 -32.3% vs national
Median hourly $36.62
10th percentile $57,670
90th percentile $138,510
Employed locally 50
National median $112,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,670
    25th
    $65,180
    50th (median)
    $76,180
    75th
    $96,810
    90th
    $138,510

    Top-paying metros for Data Scientists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $173,160
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $166,300
    Idaho Falls, ID $164,030
    Washington $158,760
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $157,290
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $156,830

    Related occupations in West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $49,810
    Software Developers $100,240
    Computer Network Support Specialists $57,370
    Computer Systems Analysts $79,990
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $71,230
    Computer Occupations, All Other $74,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Data Scientists make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Data Scientists in West Central Illinois is $36.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $84.48 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Data Scientists salaries?

    The median Data Scientists salary in West Central Illinois is 32.3% below the national median of $112,590. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Data Scientists in West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Data Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $57,670 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,180.