Public Service Springfield, IL Pop. 114,394

Probation Officer Salary in Springfield, Illinois

The median probation officer salary in Springfield, IL is $51,213 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 10.5% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$51,213
vs State Avg
$-6,025
vs National
$-9,037
Cost of Living
85%

Probation Officer Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level probation officer earns around $34,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $74,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$34,000
$-6,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,700
$-9,300 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$74,800
$-13,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, IL

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $32,300
25th Percentile $40,800
Median (50th) $51,213
75th Percentile $64,600
90th Percentile $78,200

Probation Officer Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$65,070
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$64,468
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$57,238
Pop. 197,757
Rockford, IL
$49,405
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Probation Officer in Springfield

Education

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