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Forester Salary in Springfield, Illinois

The median forester salary in Springfield, IL is $54,222 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 10.5% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$54,222
vs State Avg
$-6,379
vs National
$-9,568
Cost of Living
85%

Forester Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level forester earns around $37,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $80,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$37,400
$-6,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$55,250
$-9,750 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$80,750
$-14,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, IL

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $35,700
25th Percentile $43,350
Median (50th) $54,222
75th Percentile $69,700
90th Percentile $86,700

Forester Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$68,893
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$68,255
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$60,601
Pop. 197,757
Rockford, IL
$52,308
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Forester in Springfield

Education

Most forester positions require a bachelor's degree. Springfield 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 Springfield may vary based on local industry and population growth.