Science Engineer Salary in Chicago, Illinois

Science Engineer Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a Science Engineer make in Chicago, IL? The average Science Engineer salary in Chicago, IL is $122,040 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $107,915 and $137,726. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $95,056 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $107,915 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $122,040 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $137,726 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $152,008 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25% $107,915 10% $95,056 90% $152,008 75% $137,726 $122,040 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Science Engineer

    4 - 7 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Research and Development Manager

    5 + years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
113073
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128672
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Science Engineer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Science Engineer ranges from $107,915 to $137,726 with the average base salary of $122,040. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $113,073 to $147,778 with the average total cash compensation of $128,672.

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