Materials Scientists Salary in Illinois

Median Salary

$125,850

per year

Hourly Rate

$60.50

per hour

Employment

380

in Illinois

vs. National Avg

+6.8%

National: $117,790

📊 Compared to the national median of $117,790, Illinois pays 6.8% MORE for Materials Scientists positions.

Purchasing Power

$129,209

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

97.4

3% below national avg

Rent/Income

13%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in Illinois

10th

$84,070

25th

$104,350

Median

$125,850

75th

$145,620

90th

$184,130

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).