Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $101,180 | $104,114 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.64 | $50.05 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $101,180.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $104,885 | $73,500 | $152,250 | 107 |
The median annual salary for a Financial Analyst in Illinois is $101,180, or about $48.64 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Financial Analysts is $104,114. Illinois is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level financial analysts in Illinois typically earn from $73,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 20,520 financial analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $101,180, Illinois offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.