How much does an exercise physiologist make in Illinois?
$60,130a year
Median yearly pay for exercise physiologists in Illinois. That is $28.91 an hour or $5,011 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.91
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,220Median: $60,130Highest 10%: $84,020
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,220 | $24.14 | |
| 25th | $54,240 | $26.08 | |
| Median | $60,130 | $28.91 | |
| 75th | $74,860 | $35.99 | |
| 90th | $84,020 | $40.39 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $63,570 |
| St. Louis, MO | $50,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for exercise physiologists.
| 11. Arizona | $62,350 |
| 12. Maryland | $62,220 |
| 13. Wyoming | $62,070 |
| 14. Illinois | $60,130 |
| 15. Florida | $60,100 |
| 16. New York | $59,940 |
| 17. Kansas | $59,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an exercise physiologist make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $28.91 ($60,130 a year).
Do exercise physiologists make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $60,130 against $59,460 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Illinois rank for exercise physiologist pay?
Illinois ranks 14 of 42 states.
Which city in Illinois pays exercise physiologists the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $63,570 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.