How much does a Genetic Engineer make in Chicago, IL?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Genetic Engineer in Chicago, IL is $104,222. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $94,142 to $116,028, with most professionals earning between $84,966 and $126,777.

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Genetic Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $84,966 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $94,142 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $104,222 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $116,028 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $126,777 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
25% $94,142 10% $84,966 90% $126,777 75% $116,028 $104,222 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Genetic Engineer ?

Genetic engineering, also called genetic modification or genetic manipulation, is the direct manipulation of an organism's genes using biotechnology. It is a set of technologies used to change the genetic makeup of cells, including the transfer of genes within and across species boundaries to produce improved or novel organisms. New DNA is obtained by either isolating and copying the genetic material of interest using recombinant DNA methods or by artificially synthesising the DNA. A construct is usually created and used to insert this DNA into the host organism. The first recombinant DNA mole...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Genetic Engineer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Genetic Engineer ranges from $94,142 to $116,028 with the average base salary of $104,222. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $94,379 to $116,141 with the average total cash compensation of $104,531.

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