Training and Development Specialists Salary in West Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $59,760 -9.2% vs national
Median hourly $28.73
10th percentile $35,640
90th percentile $103,190
Employed locally 300
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,640
    25th
    $47,860
    50th (median)
    $59,760
    75th
    $80,440
    90th
    $103,190

    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

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    Accountants and Auditors $65,000
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    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $64,790
    Human Resources Specialists $61,040
    Loan Officers $76,270
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $56,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in West Central Illinois is $28.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.26 or more per hour.

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

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in West Central Illinois is 9.2% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $35,640 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,860.