Statisticians in Illinois. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →
Salary distribution
Where Illinois statisticians fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $95,490 and $141,360, with a median of $119,760.
Statisticians in Illinois: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 222 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $134,750. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 39 | $90,000 |
| Level II — qualified | 65 | $115,600 |
| Level III — experienced | 57 | $135,000 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 61 | $150,000 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Statisticians in Illinois. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discover Products Inc | Principal Data Science | 30 | $132,250 |
| AbbVie Inc. | Senior Statistician | 14 | $139,013 |
| Northwestern University | Research Assistant Professor | 12 | $83,835 |
| Ernst & Young U.S. LLP | Statisticians - KBGFJG177091-5 | 9 | $125,000 |
| ABBVIE INC. | MANAGER, STATISTICS | 7 | $147,000 |
| Caremark LLC | Sr Data Scientist | 6 | $180,112 |
| University of Illinois Chicago | Assistant Director, Population Health Sciences Data Cluster | 5 | $89,295 |
| The University of Chicago | Analytics Manager | 4 | $102,852 |
| AbbVie US LLC | Manager, Statistics | 3 | $145,000 |
| Aetna Resources LLC | Sr Data Scientist | 3 | $151,599 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Quantitative Researcher at Akuna Capital, LLC$140,000ChicagoWage Level IIIDecided —I-200-26084-730334
- Research Specialist at Northwestern University$61,798ChicagoWage Level IDecided Mar 25, 2026I-200-26078-714100
- Visiting Research Specialist at University of Illinois Chicago$75,000ChicagoWage Level IDecided Mar 23, 2026I-200-26075-704946
- Associate Director - Real World Data Scientist at Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc.$140,275NorthbrookWage Level IVDecided Mar 23, 2026I-200-26075-705816
- Lead, Quantitative Modeling at Standard & Poor's Financial Services LLC$156,213NapervilleWage Level IVDecided Mar 18, 2026I-200-26070-695444
- Manager, Statistics at AbbVie Inc.$155,200North ChicagoWage Level IIIDecided Mar 18, 2026I-200-26070-694602
- Staff Scientist at The University of Chicago$140,000ChicagoWage Level IVDecided Mar 13, 2026I-200-26065-686381
- Quantitative Researcher at Akuna Capital, LLC$154,500ChicagoWage Level IVDecided Mar 12, 2026I-200-26064-682181
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
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Statisticians pay by experience level in Illinois
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Statisticians specialties in Illinois
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 118 certified offers. The most common variant is Manager, Statistics at a median of $148,500.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manager, Statistics | AbbVie Inc. | 22 | $148,500 |
| Senior Statistician | AbbVie Inc. | 19 | $130,562 |
| Senior Data Scientist | Caremark LLC | 16 | $147,694 |
| Statisticians - KBGFJG177091-5 | Ernst & Young U.S. LLP | 9 | $125,000 |
| Principal Data Science | Discover Products Inc | 8 | $136,136 |
| Lead Data Science Analyst | Discover Products Inc | 7 | $119,330 |
| Quantitative Researcher | Akuna Capital, LLC | 7 | $200,000 |
| Biostatistician | Cerus Corporation | 7 | $98,000 |
| Assistant Director, Population Health Sciences Data Cluster | University of Illinois Chicago | 7 | $140,275 |
| Manager Data Science | Discover Products Inc | 6 | $139,568 |
| Senior Modeler | Discover Products Inc | 6 | $103,000 |
| Research Assistant Professor | Northwestern University | 4 | $82,125 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Statisticians in Illinois, by industry
Median offered wage across 219 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Finance and insurance leads with a median of $136,136.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finance and insurance | Discover Products Inc | 72 | $136,136 |
| Professional services | Ernst & Young U.S. LLP | 49 | $130,000 |
| Manufacturing | AbbVie Inc. | 38 | $138,886 |
| Education | Northwestern University | 28 | $88,827 |
| Technology and software | Digi Tek Global Inc | 16 | $136,486 |
| Healthcare | Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | 8 | $99,144 |
| Nonprofit and civic | American Society for Clinical Pathology | 2 | $101,735 |
| Real estate | CTC Trading Group, LLC | 2 | $200,000 |
| Retail and wholesale | AbbVie Inc. | 2 | $117,859 |
| Transportation and logistics | Federal Express Corporation | 2 | $121,120 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Illinois over the past 3 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2025 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Master's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.8 / 5
Mathematics
Basic skill
- 4.7 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
- 4.6 / 5
Mathematical Reasoning
Ability
- 4.3 / 5
Number Facility
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 4.1 / 5
Inductive Reasoning
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
- 02
Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.
- 03
Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research.
- 04
Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
- 05
Present statistical and nonstatistical results, using charts, bullets, and graphs, in meetings or conferences to audiences such as clients, peers, and students.
- 06
Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
- 07
Design research projects that apply valid scientific techniques, and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses.
- 08
Process large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+8.4%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Statisticians in Illinois?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Statisticians in Illinois is $119,760.
- How does Illinois compare to the national median for Statisticians?
- The Illinois median is +13.6% versus the BLS national figure of $105,405.
- What is the salary range for Statisticians in Illinois?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $80,530 and the 90th-percentile at $167,740, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Statisticians a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 8.4% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Statisticians?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Master's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates 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.