Data Scientist Salary in Chicago, IL
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$110,935
Hourly Rate
$53.33
/hour
Jobs in Area
207
employed
Data Scientist Salary Range in Chicago, IL
Annual Salary Range
$73k
10th percentile
$91k
25th
$137k
75th
$162k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $73,101 | $35.14 |
| 25th Percentile | $91,481 | $43.98 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $110,935 | $53.33 |
| 75th Percentile | $137,040 | $65.88 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $162,030 | $77.90 |
| Average (Mean) | $120,481 | $57.92 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Data Scientist salary in Chicago, IL is $110,935 per year or $53.33 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Chicago, IL Compares
vs National Average
$108,020
vs Illinois Average
$111,153
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$105,251
Cost of living in Chicago, IL is 5.4% above the national average.
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