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Epidemiologists salary in Chicago, Illinois

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Chicago metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$100,200
Mean annual$94,340
Range (10th to 90th)$62,110 to $131,480
Chicago, Illinois employment180
State vs national+17.8% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Chicago epidemiologists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$62,11025TH$75,520MEDIAN$100,20075TH$100,63090TH$131,480

The middle 50% of workers earn between $75,520 and $100,630, with a median of $100,200.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Master's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5

  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.4 / 5

  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.4 / 5

  • Inductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.4 / 5

  • Biology

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5

  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.3 / 5

  • Judgment and Decision Making

    Technical

    4.3 / 5

  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.3 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Communicate research findings on various types of diseases to health practitioners, policy makers, and the public.

  2. 02

    Oversee public health programs, including statistical analysis, health care planning, surveillance systems, and public health improvement.

  3. 03

    Investigate diseases or parasites to determine cause and risk factors, progress, life cycle, or mode of transmission.

  4. 04

    Educate healthcare workers, patients, and the public about infectious and communicable diseases, including disease transmission and prevention.

  5. 05

    Monitor and report incidents of infectious diseases to local and state health agencies.

  6. 06

    Plan and direct studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.

  7. 07

    Provide expertise in the design, management and evaluation of study protocols and health status questionnaires, sample selection, and analysis.

  8. 08

    Write articles for publication in professional journals.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Epidemiologists in Chicago, Illinois?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Epidemiologists in the Chicago metropolitan area is $100,200.
Does Chicago pay more than the Illinois state average for Epidemiologists?
The Chicago metro median is +1.0% versus the Illinois state median of $99,220.
How does Chicago compare to the national median for Epidemiologists?
The Chicago metro median is +17.8% versus the BLS national figure of $85,080.
What is the salary range for Epidemiologists in Chicago?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $62,110 and the 90th-percentile at $131,480 for the Chicago metro area.
What education is required for Epidemiologists?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Master's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Chicago CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.