Training and Development Specialists Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $67,450 +2.4% vs national
Median hourly $32.43
10th percentile $33,210
90th percentile $116,050
Employed locally 300
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,210
    25th
    $51,780
    50th (median)
    $67,450
    75th
    $85,730
    90th
    $116,050

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $64,250
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $74,370
    Human Resources Specialists $64,190
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $65,780
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $55,560
    Loan Officers $76,600

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Northwest Illinois is $32.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $71.63 or more per hour.

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

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Northwest Illinois is 2.4% above 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $33,210 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,780.