Healthcare Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Psychiatrist Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median psychiatrist salary in Aurora, IL is $247,961 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$247,961
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-7,669
Cost of Living
95%

Psychiatrist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level psychiatrist earns around $121,250, while experienced professionals earn up to $373,450 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$121,250
$-3,750 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$250,260
$-7,740 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$373,450
$-11,550 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $116,400
25th Percentile $169,750
Median (50th) $247,961
75th Percentile $320,100
90th Percentile $388,000

Psychiatrist Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$281,193
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$278,637
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$222,398
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$214,729
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Psychiatrist in Aurora

Education

Most psychiatrist positions require a doctoral degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PsychiatryPsychopharmacologyCBT/DBTDiagnosisPatient AssessmentDocumentation

Job Outlook

Nationally, psychiatrist employment is projected to grow 7% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.