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Park Ranger Salary in Springfield, Illinois

The median park ranger salary in Springfield, IL is $36,125 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 10.5% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$36,125
vs State Avg
$-4,250
vs National
$-6,375
Cost of Living
85%

Park Ranger Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level park ranger earns around $25,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $57,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$25,500
$-4,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$37,400
$-6,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$57,800
$-10,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, IL

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $23,800
25th Percentile $28,900
Median (50th) $36,125
75th Percentile $49,300
90th Percentile $61,200

Park Ranger Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$45,900
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$45,475
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$40,375
Pop. 197,757
Rockford, IL
$34,850
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Park Ranger in Springfield

Education

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

Key Skills

ConservationLaw EnforcementPublic EducationWildlife ManagementEmergency ResponseOutdoor Skills

Job Outlook

Nationally, park ranger 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.