Illinois Median
$381,770
per year
Hourly Rate
$183.54
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+22% vs US median
US median $312,400
State Rank
#4 of 33
state estimate
How much does a Physician, Pathologists make in Illinois?
Physicians, Pathologists in Illinois take home a median of $381,770 annually — roughly $183.54 an hour — which runs 22% above the national median of $312,400.
Within Illinois, entry-level pay starts around $136,990 while the top 10% make $546,740 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $269,110 and $546,570 a year.
Physician, Pathologists salary range in Illinois
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $136,990 | $65.86 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $269,110 | $129.38 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $381,770 | $183.54 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $546,570 | $262.77 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $546,740 | $262.86 |
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How Illinois compares
Illinois ranks 4th out of 33 states and territories for Physician, Pathologists pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Physician, Pathologists salary in other states
Pennsylvania $413,370West Virginia $400,070Nevada $384,350Minnesota $362,270New Jersey $355,970Texas $345,830Indiana $340,300Arizona $338,290Kentucky $324,390Iowa $323,460Rhode Island $322,950New York $321,550Oklahoma $317,850Florida $313,510Ohio $309,480Michigan $303,070Washington $300,680Colorado $294,510Massachusetts $285,240Missouri $261,830Mississippi $261,570Maryland $253,670North Carolina $248,940Virginia $240,780South Carolina $236,950Nebraska $229,140Kansas $224,280Arkansas $214,100Georgia $211,800Vermont $188,250California $186,300Wisconsin $83,610
Working as a Physician, Pathologists in Illinois
Nationally, about 11,000 people work as Physicians, Pathologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Illinois pay ($381,770) 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 does a Physician, Pathologists make in Illinois?
The median Physician, Pathologists salary in Illinois is $381,770 per year, or about $183.54 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $136,990 at the entry level to $546,740 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Illinois pay compare to the national average?
Illinois pays Physicians, Pathologists about 22% more than the national median of $312,400. Illinois ranks 4th out of 33 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Illinois a good state for Physicians, Pathologists?
Yes on pay — Illinois pays above the national median for this occupation, at $381,770 a year. 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.