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Research associate salary in Chicago, IL, 2026

How much does a Research Associate make in Chicago, IL?

Average base salary

$73,958
same
as national average
Average $73,958
Low $43,580
High $125,509

The average salary for a research associate is $73,958 per year in Chicago, IL. 51 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 15, 2026).

Research Associate job openings in Chicago, IL

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Research Associate
3d Health, Inc.
Chicago, IL
From $45,000 a year
Full-time
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Research Associate in Chicago, IL

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Northern Trust Corp.
 
$180,200per year
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Mizuho Bank
 
$140,000per year
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William Blair & Company
 
$119,222per year
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BTIG, LLC
 
$110,000per year
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Smith Hanley Associates, LLC
 
$107,500per year
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Jefferies LLC
 
$105,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Research Associates near Chicago, IL

  1. Evanston, IL
    $91,605 per year
  2. Batavia, IL
    $81,428 per year
  3. Chicago, IL
    $73,958 per year
  4. Itasca, IL
    $66,881 per year
  5. Libertyville, IL
    $66,339 per year

Where can a Research Associate earn more?

Compare salaries for Research Associates in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Research Associate get paid in Chicago, IL?

Junior Research Associate

Job openings
Average $52,696 per year

Senior Research Associate

Job openings
Average $88,710 per year