General Internal Medicine Physicians Salary in Illinois

$135,419 $439,472
10th pct Median: $255,507 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$135,419
25th Percentile$183,965
50th (Median)$255,507
75th Percentile$352,600
90th (Top Earners)$439,472
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Illinois median salary of $255,507 for General Internal Medicine Physicians has the purchasing power of approximately $257,827 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Illinois's lower cost of living (COL index: 99.1) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do General Internal Medicine Physicians make in Illinois?
General Internal Medicine Physicians in Illinois earn a median annual salary of $255,507 per year ($122.84/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $243,340.
Is Illinois a good state for General Internal Medicine Physicians?
Illinois pays above the national average for general internal medicine physicians, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Illinois is near the national average (COL index: 99.1).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for General Internal Medicine Physicians in Illinois?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 99.1 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $255,507 salary in Illinois has the purchasing power of approximately $257,827 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Illinois increase real purchasing power.
How does Illinois compare to neighboring states for General Internal Medicine Physicians salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full General Internal Medicine Physicians salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Illinois

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $348,810
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $321,531
3 Neurologists $310,380
4 Surgeons, All Other $309,246
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $285,474
6 Psychiatrists $262,288
7 Physicians, Pathologists $256,116
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $255,507
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About General Internal Medicine Physicians in Illinois

General Internal Medicine Physicians work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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