Nuclear Scientist Salary in Chicago, Illinois

Nuclear Scientist Salary in Chicago, IL

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

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Nuclear Scientist in Chicago, IL is $79,368. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $59,907 to a high of $95,897, with most professionals earning between $69,181 and $88,020.

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10th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $59,907 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $69,181 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $79,368 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $88,020 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $95,897 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25% $69,181 10% $59,907 90% $95,897 75% $88,020 $79,368 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Nuclear Scientist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Physicist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Nuclear Scientist in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Nuclear Scientist ranges from $69,181 to $88,020 with the average base salary of $79,368. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $69,181 to $88,020 with the average total cash compensation of $79,368.
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