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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Trauma Physician in Illinois is $188,449 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $91.
However, a Trauma Physician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Trauma Physician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $197,873 | $16,489 | $3,805 | $95 |
| Average | $188,449 | $15,704 | $3,624 | $91 |
| 25th Percentile | $177,386 | $14,782 | $3,411 | $85 |
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A Trauma Physician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Trauma Physician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| DevOps En... Level Trauma Physician | $135,187 |
| DevOps En... Level Trauma Physician | $151,218 |
| DevOps En... Level Trauma Physician | $167,078 |
| DevOps En... Level Trauma Physician | $158,014 |
| Trauma Ph... Level Trauma Physician | $190,754 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Trauma Physicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Trauma Physician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Trauma Physician positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Trauma Physician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $235,562 | $113.0 | 25% |
| Energy & Utilities | $226,139 | $109.0 | 20% |
| Financial Services | $216,717 | $104.0 | 15% |
| Biotechnology | $211,063 | $101.0 | 12% |
| Insurance | $207,294 | $100.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Trauma Physician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $197,873 | $16,489 | $3,805 | $95 |
| Average | $188,449 | $15,704 | $3,624 | $91 |
| 25th Percentile | $177,386 | $14,782 | $3,411 | $85 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Trauma Physician job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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