Neurologist salary in Illinois
What neurologists earn in Illinois and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$237,080$113.98 per hour
vs U.S.−5%U.S. median $248,560
Middle half earn$87,640 – $439,990Top 10%: $481,010+
Jobs2400.58× the U.S. concentration
Neurologist pay in Illinois cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $136,030 | $65.40 | 170 |
Hospitals and jobs in Illinois
Neurologist pay in similar states
Kansas · $239,200+ Maine · $239,200+ Oregon · $239,200+ Pennsylvania · $239,200+ Utah · $239,200+ Tennessee · $229,670
Other healthcare salaries in Illinois
Registered Nurses · $95,990 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $38,060 Nursing Assistants · $45,960 Pharmacy Technicians · $46,650 Physicians, All Other · $132,540 Medical Assistants · $46,090 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $75,000 Dental Assistants · $48,610 Pharmacists · $139,080 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $71,950 Physical Therapists · $105,250 Psychiatric Technicians · $46,200
Questions
How much does a neurologist make in Illinois?
Neurologists in Illinois earned a median of $237,080 a year ($113.98 an hour) in May 2025, 5% less than the national median of $248,560. The middle half earned $87,640 to $439,990.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.