Physician, Pathologists salary in Illinois
What physicians, pathologists earn in Illinois and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$381,770$183.55 per hour
vs U.S.+22%U.S. median $312,400
Middle half earn$269,110 – $546,570Top 10%: $546,740+
Jobs–In Illinois
Physician, Pathologists 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 | $336,660 | $161.86 | – |
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $207,450 | $99.74 | – |
Hospitals and jobs in Illinois
Physician, Pathologists pay in similar states
Pennsylvania · $413,370 West Virginia · $400,070 Nevada · $384,350 Minnesota · $362,270 New Jersey · $355,970 Texas · $345,830
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 physician, pathologists make in Illinois?
Physicians, Pathologists in Illinois earned a median of $381,770 a year ($183.55 an hour) in May 2025, 22% more than the national median of $312,400. The middle half earned $269,110 to $546,570.
Where in Illinois do physicians, pathologists earn the most?
Among areas in Illinois, pay was highest in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN at $336,660.
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.