Chemical Engineers Salary in Illinois
Chemical Engineers in Illinois earn a median of $121,560 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $121,560
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($125,040)
- Rank among states
- 15 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 520
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,120; the top 10% earn over $176,110. Nationally the range is $79,420 to $182,880.
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How much do chemical engineers make in Illinois?
The median is $121,560 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,120 and the top 10% earn over $176,110. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for chemical engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 15 of 41 (−3% vs. the national median of $125,040). Living costs are not included.