Psychiatrists pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for psychiatrists is $124.40 an hour ($258,740 a year). About 870 people work in this job there.
That is 8% lower than the U.S. median ($281,870). Illinois ranks 27th of 46 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatrists in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $64.79 | $134,770 |
| 25% of workers | $80.17 | $166,750 |
| Half of workers (median) | $124.40 | $258,740 |
| 75% of workers | $182.29 | $379,160 |
| 90% of workers | $215.35 | $447,930 |
Psychiatrists pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield | $413,890 | 40 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $258,750 | 600 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for psychiatrists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 4 to 6 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +7.2% over ten years, faster than average · about 900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $95,990 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $130,680 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $83,750 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $245,120 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | $239,200 |
| Pediatricians, General | $196,760 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $140,680 |
| Psychologists, All Other | $69,810 |
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