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Restaurant Manager Salary in Springfield, Illinois

The median restaurant manager salary in Springfield, IL is $52,700 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 10.5% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$52,700
vs State Avg
$-6,200
vs National
$-9,300
Cost of Living
85%

Restaurant Manager Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level restaurant manager earns around $34,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $78,200 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)
$54,400
$-9,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$78,200
$-13,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, IL

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $32,300
25th Percentile $40,800
Median (50th) $52,700
75th Percentile $68,000
90th Percentile $83,300

Restaurant Manager Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$66,960
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$66,340
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$58,900
Pop. 197,757
Rockford, IL
$50,840
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Restaurant Manager in Springfield

Education

Most restaurant manager positions require a high school diploma. Springfield and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Food Service ManagementStaff SupervisionCost ControlCustomer ServiceHealth & SafetyPOS Systems

Job Outlook

Nationally, restaurant manager employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Springfield may vary based on local industry and population growth.