Training and Development Specialists Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $56,750 -13.8% vs national
Median hourly $27.28
10th percentile $31,100
90th percentile $93,590
Employed locally 210
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,100
    25th
    $40,490
    50th (median)
    $56,750
    75th
    $66,490
    90th
    $93,590

    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
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $62,820
    Accountants and Auditors $66,120
    Human Resources Specialists $61,550
    Loan Officers $67,530
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $62,850
    Management Analysts $103,400

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in South Illinois is $27.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.30 or more per hour.

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

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in South Illinois is 13.8% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $31,100 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,490.