Bioinformatics Scientist Salary in Chicago, Illinois

Bioinformatics Scientist Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a Bioinformatics Scientist make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Bioinformatics Scientist in Chicago, IL is $119,066. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $104,965 to $134,335, with most professionals earning between $92,127 and $148,237.

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10th Percentile Bioinformatics Scientist Salary $92,127 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Bioinformatics Scientist Salary $104,965 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Bioinformatics Scientist Salary $119,066 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Bioinformatics Scientist Salary $134,335 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Bioinformatics Scientist Salary $148,237 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25% $104,965 10% $92,127 90% $148,237 75% $134,335 $119,066 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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119066
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Bioinformatics Scientist in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Bioinformatics Scientist ranges from $104,965 to $134,335 with the average base salary of $119,066. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $104,965 to $134,335 with the average total cash compensation of $119,066.
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