Sociologists Salary in Illinois
Sociologists in Illinois earn a median of $140,770 a year, +33% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $140,770
- vs. U.S. median
- +33% ($106,030)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 11
- Jobs in the state
- Not published
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,320; the top 10% earn over $229,480. Nationally the range is $65,160 to $172,550.
States ranked near Illinois
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Sociologists pay in Illinois
How much do sociologists make in Illinois?
The median is $140,770 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,320 and the top 10% earn over $229,480. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for sociologists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 11 (+33% vs. the national median of $106,030). Living costs are not included.