Healthcare Illinois (IL) Rank #23 of 50

Emergency Medicine Physician Salary in Illinois

The median emergency medicine physician salary in Illinois is $300,700 per year, which is 3% below the national median of $310,000.

Median Salary

$300,700

vs National

$-9,300

State Rank

#23 of 50

Cost of Living

95%

Emergency Medicine Physician Salary in Illinois by Experience

In Illinois, an entry-level emergency medicine physician earns around $179,450, while experienced professionals earn up to $446,200 per year. The cost of living index in Illinois is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$179,450

$-5,550 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$305,550

$-9,450 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$446,200

$-13,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Illinois

Percentile	IL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$174,600	$180,000	$-5,400
25th Percentile	$232,800	$240,000	$-7,200
Median (50th)	$300,700	$310,000	$-9,300
75th Percentile	$388,000	$400,000	$-12,000
90th Percentile	$460,750	$475,000	$-14,250

Emergency Medicine Physician Salary by City in Illinois

The largest employment areas for emergency medicine physicians in Illinois include Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, and Rockford. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Chicago, IL

$337,900

Pop. 2,693,976 · COL 107%

Aurora, IL

$300,700

Pop. 197,757 · COL 95%

Naperville, IL

$341,000

Pop. 149,540 · COL 108%

Rockford, IL

$260,400

Pop. 148,655 · COL 82%

Springfield, IL

$269,700

Pop. 114,394 · COL 85%

How to Become a Emergency Medicine Physician in Illinois

Education

Most emergency medicine physician positions require a doctoral degree. Illinois has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Emergency MedicineTrauma CareTriageCritical CareProceduresDecision Making

Job Outlook in Illinois

Nationally, emergency medicine physician employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Illinois's demand may vary based on local industry trends.