Foresters Salary in Illinois
Foresters in Illinois earn a median of $82,160 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $82,160
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($76,400)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,230; the top 10% earn over $120,150. Nationally the range is $50,790 to $109,700.
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Foresters pay in Illinois
How much do foresters make in Illinois?
The median is $82,160 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,230 and the top 10% earn over $120,150. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for foresters?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 44 (+8% vs. the national median of $76,400). Living costs are not included.