Coroners Salary in Illinois
Coroners in Illinois earn a median of $80,550 a year, 0% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Compliance Officers”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $80,550
- vs. U.S. median
- 0% ($80,730)
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 10,650
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,040; the top 10% earn over $132,290. Nationally the range is $48,220 to $133,720.
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Coroners pay in Illinois
How much do coroners make in Illinois?
The median is $80,550 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,040 and the top 10% earn over $132,290. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for coroners?
On pay alone it ranks 19 of 51 (0% vs. the national median of $80,730). Living costs are not included.