Urban and Regional Planners Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $53,030 -36.7% vs national
Median hourly $25.50
10th percentile $47,590
90th percentile $95,880
National median $83,720

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,590
    25th
    $49,990
    50th (median)
    $53,030
    75th
    $95,870
    90th
    $95,880

    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
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$56,380
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    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$80,970
    School Psychologists$73,400
    Agricultural Technicians$46,040
    Chemical Technicians$61,230

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Urban and Regional Planners in Northwest Illinois is $25.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.10 or more per hour.

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

    The median Urban and Regional Planners salary in Northwest Illinois is 36.7% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Urban and Regional Planners (10th percentile) earn around $47,590 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,990.