Springfield has a population of 111,454 and is located in Sangamon county.
The average in-state tuition for full time undergraduate students in media schools in Springfield during the 2009 - 2010 school year was $6,027.00. The average tuition was $8,439.00 for non-residents studying in Illinois.
The cost, on average, for books and supplies needed for media schools in Springfield is $1,220.00. The average cost for room and board for students living on campus at media schools in Springfield was $7,650.00. The average cost for students living at home was $2,989.00 for the 2009 - 2010 school year. Students have a choice of two media colleges in Springfield to attend. In the 2008 - 2009 school year, reportedly 62 students completed media programs in Springfield.
| Profession | Average Salary | Number Employed in City |
|---|---|---|
| Producers and Directors | $34,890.00 | 60 |
| Radio and Television Announcers | $21,950.00 | 120 |
| Reporters and Correspondents | $26,520.00 | 100 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $50,890.00 | 110 |
| Editors | $38,460.00 | 80 |
| Photographers | $39,660.00 | 40 |