How much does a political scientist make in Illinois?
$103,800a year
Median yearly pay for political scientists in Illinois. That is $49.89 an hour or $8,648 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.89
- Vs. national median
- -27%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 13
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,990Median: $103,800Highest 10%: $127,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,990 | $34.61 | |
| 25th | $85,570 | $41.14 | |
| Median | $103,800 | $49.89 | |
| 75th | $117,600 | $56.53 | |
| 90th | $127,200 | $61.15 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $103,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political scientists.
| 8. Ohio | $119,400 |
| 9. Texas | $114,100 |
| 10. Arizona | $108,800 |
| 11. Illinois | $103,800 |
| 12. Michigan | $86,290 |
| 13. New Hampshire | $74,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political scientist make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $49.89 ($103,800 a year).
Do political scientists make more in Illinois than the national average?
No: $103,800 against $142,100 nationally, 27% less.
Where does Illinois rank for political scientist pay?
Illinois ranks 11 of 13 states.
Which city in Illinois pays political scientists the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $103,800 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.