Epidemiologists Salary in Illinois
Epidemiologists in Illinois earn a median of $102,720 a year, +18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $102,720
- vs. U.S. median
- +18% ($87,220)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,570; the top 10% earn over $138,800. Nationally the range is $61,270 to $138,800.
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Epidemiologists pay in Illinois
How much do epidemiologists make in Illinois?
The median is $102,720 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,570 and the top 10% earn over $138,800. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for epidemiologists?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 42 (+18% vs. the national median of $87,220). Living costs are not included.