Aerospace Engineer Salary in Illinois
Explore aerospace engineer salaries in Illinois including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in IL
$91,392
Monthly: $7,616
Biweekly: $3,515
Entry Level
$55,004
Monthly: $4,584
Biweekly: $2,116
Senior Level
$126,933
Monthly: $10,578
Biweekly: $4,882
Job Growth
19%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $55,004 | $91,392 | $126,933 |
| Monthly | $4,584 | $7,616 | $10,578 |
| Biweekly | $2,116 | $3,515 | $4,882 |
| Weekly | $1,058 | $1,758 | $2,441 |
| Hourly | $26 | $44 | $61 |
IL vs National Comparison
National Median
$87,040
IL Median
$91,392
Difference
+$4,352
Multiplier
1.05x
About This Career
Design aircraft, spacecraft, and related systems and components.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering; PE license recommended
Key Skills
Aircraft DesignAerodynamicsCADSystems Engineering
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