How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make in Illinois?
$112,300a year
Median yearly pay for atmospheric and space scientists in Illinois. That is $53.98 an hour or $9,357 a month.
- Hourly
- $53.98
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,710Median: $112,300Highest 10%: $211,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,710 | $24.86 | |
| 25th | $84,220 | $40.49 | |
| Median | $112,300 | $53.98 | |
| 75th | $145,900 | $70.13 | |
| 90th | $211,900 | $101.88 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $133,500 |
| St. Louis, MO | $111,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for atmospheric and space scientists.
| 7. Florida | $116,000 |
| 8. Arizona | $115,000 |
| 9. Missouri | $114,200 |
| 10. Illinois | $112,300 |
| 11. Oregon | $112,300 |
| 12. New Mexico | $110,100 |
| 13. Kansas | $109,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $53.98 ($112,300 a year).
Do atmospheric and space scientists make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $112,300 against $99,070 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Illinois rank for atmospheric and space scientist pay?
Illinois ranks 10 of 47 states.
Which city in Illinois pays atmospheric and space scientists the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $133,500 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.