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Podcast Producer Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median podcast producer salary in Aurora, IL is $55,100 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$55,100
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-2,900
Cost of Living
95%

Podcast Producer Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level podcast producer earns around $33,250, while experienced professionals earn up to $95,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,250
$-1,750 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$57,000
$-3,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$95,000
$-5,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $30,400
25th Percentile $39,900
Median (50th) $55,100
75th Percentile $77,900
90th Percentile $102,600

Podcast Producer Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$62,640
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$62,060
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$49,300
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$47,560
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Podcast Producer in Aurora

Education

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

Key Skills

Audio EditingStorytellingPro Tools/AudacityContent PlanningMarketingInterviewing

Job Outlook

Nationally, podcast producer employment is projected to grow 18% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.