How much does an environmental scientist and specialist make in Springfield?
$93,590a year
Median yearly pay for environmental scientist and specialists in the Springfield, IL metro area. That is $45.00 an hour or $7,799 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.00
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among cities
- 43 of 259
- Jobs in the area
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,590Median: $93,590Highest 10%: $141,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,590 | $27.69 | |
| 25th | $62,390 | $30.00 | |
| Median | $93,590 | $45.00 | |
| 75th | $127,200 | $61.15 | |
| 90th | $141,600 | $68.07 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for environmental scientist and specialists.
| Davenport, IA | $87,270 |
| Chicago, IL | $85,310 |
| Champaign, IL | $65,360 |
| St. Louis, MO | $61,050 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| School Psychologist | $87,210 |
| Medical Scientist | $82,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an environmental scientist and specialist make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, IL metro area is $45.00 ($93,590 a year).
Do environmental scientist and specialists make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $93,590 against $82,220 nationally, 14% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $81,590, so Springfield pays 15% more.
Where does Springfield rank for environmental scientist and specialist pay?
43 of 259 metro areas with data.
How much does an environmental scientist and specialist make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $57,590 or less a year; the top 10% make $141,600 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.