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Geologist Salary in Springfield, Illinois

The median geologist salary in Springfield, IL is $71,128 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 10.5% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$71,128
vs State Avg
$-8,368
vs National
$-12,552
Cost of Living
85%

Geologist Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level geologist earns around $45,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $119,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$45,900
$-8,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$72,250
$-12,750 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$119,000
$-21,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, IL

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $43,350
25th Percentile $53,550
Median (50th) $71,128
75th Percentile $95,200
90th Percentile $125,800

Geologist Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$90,374
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$89,538
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$79,496
Pop. 197,757
Rockford, IL
$68,618
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Geologist in Springfield

Education

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

Key Skills

Field GeologyGISRock AnalysisStratigraphyEnvironmental AssessmentTechnical Writing

Job Outlook

Nationally, geologist employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Springfield may vary based on local industry and population growth.