Training and Development Specialists Salary in East Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $53,090 -19.4% vs national
Median hourly $25.52
10th percentile $31,940
90th percentile $91,190
Employed locally 220
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,940
    25th
    $39,550
    50th (median)
    $53,090
    75th
    $72,740
    90th
    $91,190

    Top-paying metros for Training and Development Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Casper, WY $99,350
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $97,530
    Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $94,260
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $92,710
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $92,390
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $90,400

    Related occupations in East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $64,110
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $66,090
    Human Resources Specialists $62,780
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $61,980
    Loan Officers $76,600
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $61,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Training and Development Specialists make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in East Central Illinois is $25.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.28 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Training and Development Specialists salaries?

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in East Central Illinois is 19.4% below the national median of $65,850. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Training and Development Specialists in East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $31,940 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,550.