Research Scientist salary in Illinois

The average salary for a research scientist in Illinois is $65,000 per year. Research scientist salaries in Illinois can vary between $31,000 to $156,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 288 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as research scientist.

The following companies offer the highest salaries for research scientists in Illinois: Uchicago Argonne ($100,000 a year), Northwestern University ($54,500 a year), and The University of Chicago ($52,000 a year).

The following cities offer the highest salaries for research scientists in Illinois: Naperville, IL ($108,500 a year), Chicago, IL ($59,000 a year), and Evanston, IL ($54,500 a year).