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Forester Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median forester salary in Aurora, IL is $60,601 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$60,601
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-3,189
Cost of Living
95%

Forester Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level forester earns around $41,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $90,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,800
$-2,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$61,750
$-3,250 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$90,250
$-4,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $39,900
25th Percentile $48,450
Median (50th) $60,601
75th Percentile $77,900
90th Percentile $96,900

Forester Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$68,893
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$68,255
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$54,222
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$52,308
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Forester in Aurora

Education

Most forester positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Forest ManagementGIS/GPSTimber CruisingEcologyFire ManagementEnvironmental Law

Job Outlook

Nationally, forester employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.