How much does a Pathology Clerk make in Chicago, IL?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Pathology Clerk in Chicago, IL is $43,296. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $36,237 to a high of $51,160, with most professionals earning between $39,601 and $47,412.

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What is a Pathology Clerk?

A Pathology Clerk is responsible for providing administrative support to the pathology department in a healthcare facility. This includes organizing and maintaining patient records, scheduling appointments and tests, and ensuring that all necessary paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner. The Pathology Clerk may also be responsible for communicating with patients and healthcare providers to coordinate the delivery of pathology services and results. Additionally, they may assist with billing and coding tasks related to pathology services. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for this role, as well as a working knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.

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What is the average salary for Pathology Clerk in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Pathology Clerk in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Pathology Clerk ranges from $39,601 to $47,412 with the average base salary of $43,296. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,676 to $47,515 with the average total cash compensation of $43,353.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $43,296 $39,601 - $47,412
Bonus $57 $75 - $103
Total Pay $43,353 $39,676 - $47,515
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,824 - $47,679 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,824 - $47,679 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,779 - $47,624 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,809 - $47,661 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,809 - $47,661 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,917 - $46,593 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Pathology Assistant LOCATION Chicago, IL MINIMUM SALARY $87,590 MAXIMUM SALARY $128,738
JOB TITLE Pathology Technician LOCATION Chicago, IL MINIMUM SALARY $87,590 MAXIMUM SALARY $128,740
JOB TITLE Pathology Technologist LOCATION Chicago, IL MINIMUM SALARY $87,590 MAXIMUM SALARY $128,790
JOB TITLE Pediatric Pathology LOCATION Chicago, IL MINIMUM SALARY $268,842 MAXIMUM SALARY $376,348
JOB TITLE Pathology Manager LOCATION Chicago, IL MINIMUM SALARY $103,926 MAXIMUM SALARY $131,647
JOB TITLE Pathology Supervisor LOCATION Chicago, IL MINIMUM SALARY $61,325 MAXIMUM SALARY $100,991
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