SOC 15-2051 · Illinois · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Data Scientists in Illinois is $118,220 per year ($56.84/hr). This is 5% higher than the national median of $112,590. The middle 50% earn between $86,770 and $163,603 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $204,138.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $32.13 | $66,830 | +5.0% |
| P25 | $41.72 | $86,770 | +5.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $56.84 | $118,220 | +5.0% |
| P75 | $78.66 | $163,603 | +5.0% |
| P90 | $98.14 | $204,138 | +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 Data Scientists in Illinois is approximately $118,220, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 5% higher than the national median of $112,590.
Entry-level Data Scientists (10th percentile) in Illinois earn approximately $66,830 per year. The 25th percentile is $86,770. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $204,138.
Illinois pays 5% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $112,590 vs $118,220 in Illinois. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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