Podiatrist salary in Illinois
What podiatrists earn in Illinois and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$167,400$80.48 per hour
vs U.S.+4%U.S. median $160,300
Middle half earn$115,390 – $235,230Top 10%: $323,420+
Jobs–In Illinois
Podiatrist pay in Illinois cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $113,480 | $54.56 | 90 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $167,140 | $80.36 | – |
Hospitals and jobs in Illinois
Podiatrist pay in similar states
Delaware · $170,560 South Carolina · $167,110 Mississippi · $164,410 Michigan · $162,140 Alabama · $161,820 New Jersey · $160,300
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 podiatrist make in Illinois?
Podiatrists in Illinois earned a median of $167,400 a year ($80.48 an hour) in May 2025, 4% more than the national median of $160,300. The middle half earned $115,390 to $235,230.
Where in Illinois do podiatrists earn the most?
Among areas in Illinois, pay was highest in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN at $167,140.
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.