As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Medical Illustrator in Birmingham, AL is $63,598, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,223 weekly, or $5,300 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Medical Illustrator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Medical Illustrator in Birmingham, AL vary widely, spanning from $51,037 to $77,894. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,023) and 75th percentile ($71,081), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,894 per year. This $14,058 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Graphic Design, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Birmingham Medical Illustrator often earn 1.1% lower than national averages. However, Birmingham currently ranks 650 statewide for Medical Illustrator 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
Medical Illustrator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Medical Illustrator Salary $51,037 Birmingham, AL August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Medical Illustrator Salary $57,023 Birmingham, AL August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Medical Illustrator Salary $63,598 Birmingham, AL August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Medical Illustrator Salary $71,081 Birmingham, AL August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Medical Illustrator Salary $77,894 Birmingham, AL August 01, 2026
25% $57,023 10% $51,037 90% $77,894 75% $71,081 $63,598 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Medical Illustrator

    5 - 7 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Art Manager

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Birmingham, Alabama    Birmingham (/ˈbɜːrmɪŋhæm/ BUR-ming-ham) is a city located in the north central region of the U.S. state of Alabama. With an estimated 2017 population....More

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