Obstetricians and Gynecologists Salary in Illinois (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Obstetricians and Gynecologists in Illinois, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Illinois Median
$208,000
per year
Hourly Rate
$100.00
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-29% vs US median
US median $292,910
State Rank
#37 of 41
1,290 employed here

How much do Obstetricians and Gynecologists make in Illinois?

Obstetricians and Gynecologists in Illinois take home a median of $208,000 annually — roughly $100.00 an hour — which runs 29% below the national median of $292,910.

Within Illinois, entry-level pay starts around $208,000 while the top 10% make $413,520 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $208,000 and $272,590 a year.

Obstetricians and Gynecologists salary range in Illinois

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$208,000$100.00
25th percentile (early career)$208,000$100.00
50th percentile (median)$208,000$100.00
75th percentile (experienced)$272,590$131.05
90th percentile (top earners)$413,520$198.81

How Illinois compares

Illinois ranks 37th out of 41 states and territories for Obstetricians and Gynecologists pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Utah$437,170
2Alaska$421,450
3Vermont$418,760
4North Dakota$414,060
5Louisiana$404,550

Working as Obstetricians and Gynecologists in Illinois

Nationally, about 21,000 people work as Obstetricians and Gynecologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Illinois pay ($208,000) 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 Obstetricians and Gynecologists make in Illinois?
The median Obstetricians and Gynecologists salary in Illinois is $208,000 per year, or about $100.00 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $208,000 at the entry level to $413,520 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Illinois pay compare to the national average?
Illinois pays Obstetricians and Gynecologists about 29% less than the national median of $292,910. Illinois ranks 37th out of 41 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Illinois a good state for Obstetricians and Gynecologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $208,000 a year. About 1,290 Obstetricians and Gynecologists are employed in Illinois. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
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.