SOC 15-1221 · Illinois · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Illinois is $147,944 per year ($71.13/hr). This is 5% higher than the national median of $140,899. The middle 50% earn between $107,846 and $190,270 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $243,734.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $40.72 | $84,696 | +5.0% |
| P25 | $51.85 | $107,846 | +5.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $71.13 | $147,944 | +5.0% |
| P75 | $91.48 | $190,270 | +5.0% |
| P90 | $117.18 | $243,734 | +5.0% |
Information sector openings declined modestly (-9K) in February. Quit rates dropped to 1.3%, the lowest in a decade. The "Great Stay" is strongest in tech: employees are staying put, giving employers maximum leverage on new offers.
The median (P50) annual salary for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Illinois is approximately $147,944, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 5% higher than the national median of $140,899.
Entry-level Computer and Information Research Scientists (10th percentile) in Illinois earn approximately $84,696 per year. The 25th percentile is $107,846. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $243,734.
Illinois pays 5% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $140,899 vs $147,944 in Illinois. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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