Illinois Median
$112,280
per year
Hourly Rate
$53.98
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+13% vs US median
US median $99,070
State Rank
#10 of 47
110 employed here
How much do Atmospheric and Space Scientists make in Illinois?
Atmospheric and Space Scientists in Illinois take home a median of $112,280 annually — roughly $53.98 an hour — which runs 13% above the national median of $99,070.
Within Illinois, entry-level pay starts around $51,710 while the top 10% make $211,910 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $84,220 and $145,860 a year.
Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary range in Illinois
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $51,710 | $24.86 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $84,220 | $40.49 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $112,280 | $53.98 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $145,860 | $70.13 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $211,910 | $101.88 |
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How Illinois compares
Illinois ranks 10th out of 47 states and territories for Atmospheric and Space Scientists pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary in other states
Maryland $128,800California $124,920Hawaii $121,010New Jersey $120,180Idaho $119,430New York $117,540Florida $115,960Arizona $115,020Missouri $114,230Oregon $112,260New Mexico $110,070Kansas $109,300Nevada $109,300Montana $108,890Massachusetts $108,050Minnesota $106,270Colorado $104,670District of Columbia $103,860Maine $103,710Indiana $103,680Kentucky $103,240Michigan $103,210Wyoming $99,940Louisiana $97,470Georgia $96,820Utah $96,520Tennessee $96,190Washington $94,400Alaska $94,380North Carolina $91,560North Dakota $91,560Wisconsin $85,870Connecticut $85,110Texas $84,990Virginia $83,880South Carolina $82,240Alabama $81,080West Virginia $80,690South Dakota $78,900Ohio $78,580Iowa $76,850Oklahoma $76,480Pennsylvania $75,890Arkansas $71,940Nebraska $60,540New Hampshire $42,820
Working as Atmospheric and Space Scientists in Illinois
Nationally, about 10,000 people work as Atmospheric and Space Scientists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Illinois pay ($112,280) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Atmospheric and Space Scientists make in Illinois?
The median Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary in Illinois is $112,280 per year, or about $53.98 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $51,710 at the entry level to $211,910 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Illinois pay compare to the national average?
Illinois pays Atmospheric and Space Scientists about 13% more than the national median of $99,070. Illinois ranks 10th out of 47 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Illinois a good state for Atmospheric and Space Scientists?
Yes on pay — Illinois pays above the national median for this occupation, at $112,280 a year. About 110 Atmospheric and Space Scientists are employed in Illinois. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Illinois?
The highest-paying occupations in Illinois include Cardiologist ($517,850), Surgeon, All Other ($438,010), Dermatologist ($435,750), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.