Public Service Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Probation Officer Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median probation officer salary in Aurora, IL is $57,238 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$57,238
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-3,012
Cost of Living
95%

Probation Officer Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level probation officer earns around $38,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $83,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$38,000
$-2,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$58,900
$-3,100 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$83,600
$-4,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $36,100
25th Percentile $45,600
Median (50th) $57,238
75th Percentile $72,200
90th Percentile $87,400

Probation Officer Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$65,070
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$64,468
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$51,213
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$49,405
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Probation Officer in Aurora

Education

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

Key Skills

Case ManagementRisk AssessmentReport WritingCommunicationCrisis InterventionLegal Knowledge

Job Outlook

Nationally, probation officer 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.