Urban and Regional Planners Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $49,990 -40.3% vs national
Median hourly $24.03
10th percentile $47,660
90th percentile $100,390
Employed locally 60
National median $83,720

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,660
    25th
    $49,990
    50th (median)
    $49,990
    75th
    $63,680
    90th
    $100,390

    Top-paying metros for Urban and Regional Planners

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $133,380
    District of Columbia $129,750
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $129,400
    Vallejo, CA $122,550
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $121,940
    Napa, CA $121,750

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Agricultural Technicians$46,260
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$60,880
    School Psychologists$72,620
    Conservation Scientists$77,770
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$92,800
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$50,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Urban and Regional Planners make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Urban and Regional Planners in East Central Illinois is $24.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.26 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Urban and Regional Planners salaries?

    The median Urban and Regional Planners salary in East Central Illinois is 40.3% below the national median of $83,720. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Urban and Regional Planners in East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Urban and Regional Planners (10th percentile) earn around $47,660 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,990.