Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 8 metro areas • Illinois
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists in Illinois earn a median salary of $76,300 per year on average across 8 metro and nonmetro areas, -24.1% vs the national median of $100,590. An estimated 4,180 medical scientists, except epidemiologists are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $67,250 to $82,180 depending on location.
$76,300
Avg median salary in Illinois
$82,180
Highest paying metro
$67,250
Lowest paying metro
4,180
Employed in Illinois
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Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford, IL | $82,180 | $67,390 | $90,430 | 80 |
| South Illinois | $82,030 | $64,930 | $84,690 | 50 |
| Northwest Illinois | $78,890 | $67,940 | $78,890 | 40 |
| Chicago, IL-IN | $78,560 | $66,270 | $126,100 | 3,760 |
| West Central Illinois | $77,430 | $67,750 | $79,930 | 40 |
| Springfield, IL | $73,130 | $66,330 | $83,230 | 50 |
| Champaign, IL | $70,930 | $60,110 | $93,510 | 60 |
| Peoria, IL | $67,250 | $67,250 | $78,230 | 100 |