Physicians (Pathologists) Salary in Illinois
Physicians (Pathologists) in Illinois earn a median of $381,770 a year, +22% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $381,770
- vs. U.S. median
- +22% ($312,400)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- Not published
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $136,990; the top 10% earn over $546,740. Nationally the range is $92,540 to $449,970.
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Physicians (Pathologists) pay in Illinois
How much do physicians (pathologists) make in Illinois?
The median is $381,770 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $136,990 and the top 10% earn over $546,740. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for physicians (pathologists)?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 33 (+22% vs. the national median of $312,400). Living costs are not included.