Computer and Information Research Scientist Salary in Illinois
Based on 350+ workers in Illinois
Data year: 2024 · Last updated: May 2026
Median Annual Salary (IL)
$135,120
$64.962/hr
vs National Average
$131,937
+2.4% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$48K – $210K
350 employed in Illinois
Salary Distribution — Computer and Information Research Scientist in Illinois
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $47,810 |
| 25th percentile | $80,310 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $135,120 |
| 75th percentile | $165,350 |
| 90th percentile | $210,040 |
Historical Salary Trend — Computer and Information Research Scientist in Illinois vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $114,330 |
| 2023 | $116,450 |
| 2024 | $135,120 |
| Year | Illinois Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $114,330 | $120,162 |
| 2023 | $116,450 | $127,853 |
| 2024 | $135,120 | $131,937 |