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Chemist Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median chemist salary in Aurora, IL is $78,651 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$78,651
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-4,139
Cost of Living
95%

Chemist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level chemist earns around $47,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $128,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$47,500
$-2,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$79,800
$-4,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$128,250
$-6,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $45,600
25th Percentile $58,900
Median (50th) $78,651
75th Percentile $103,550
90th Percentile $134,900

Chemist Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$89,413
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$88,585
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$70,372
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$67,888
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Chemist in Aurora

Education

Most chemist positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Analytical ChemistryLab TechniquesSpectroscopyHPLCQuality ControlResearch Methods

Job Outlook

Nationally, chemist employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.