How much does an Investigative Reporter make in Springfield, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Investigative Reporter in Springfield, IL is $65,001. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $57,514 to $72,729, with most professionals earning between $50,698 and $79,766.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Investigative Reporter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $50,698 Springfield,IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $57,514 Springfield,IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $65,001 Springfield,IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $72,729 Springfield,IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Investigative Reporter Salary $79,766 Springfield,IL April 01, 2025
25% $57,514 10% $50,698 90% $79,766 75% $72,729 $65,001 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Investigative Reporter in Springfield, IL. The base salary for Investigative Reporter ranges from $57,514 to $72,729 with the average base salary of $65,001. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $57,514 to $72,729 with the average total cash compensation of $65,001.
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About Springfield, Illinois    Springfield is the capital of the U.S. state of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. The city's population of 116,250 as of the 2010 U.S. ....More

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