As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Biosafety Officer in Chicago, IL is $71,510, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,375 weekly, or $5,959 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Biosafety Officer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Biosafety Officer in Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $56,447 to $92,218. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,625) and 75th percentile ($82,349), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,218 per year. This $18,724 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Event Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chicago Biosafety Officer often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 249 statewide for Biosafety Officer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Biosafety Officer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Biosafety Officer Salary $56,447 Chicago, IL August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Biosafety Officer Salary $63,625 Chicago, IL August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Biosafety Officer Salary $71,510 Chicago, IL August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Biosafety Officer Salary $82,349 Chicago, IL August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Biosafety Officer Salary $92,218 Chicago, IL August 01, 2026
25% $63,625 10% $56,447 90% $92,218 75% $82,349 $71,510 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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