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Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Illinois
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Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of elementary school teachers, except special educations in Illinois earn between $47,040 and $105,250. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean elementary school teachers, except special education salary in Illinois is $74,630, about 2.7% above the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $36/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $78,390 | $78,800 | 45,840 |
| Bloomington, IL | $65,590 | $71,320 | 670 |
| Rockford, IL | $64,200 | $70,020 | 1,530 |
| Springfield, IL | $62,340 | $69,000 | 1,000 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $60,200 | $60,480 | 1,930 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $59,650 | $60,820 | 990 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $59,310 | $61,950 | 1,930 |
| Decatur, IL | $59,050 | $58,130 | 370 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do elementary school teachers, except special education make in Illinois?
The median elementary school teachers, except special education salary in Illinois is $75,320 per year (mean $74,630), and about 80% earn between $47,040 and $105,250.
How much do elementary school teachers, except special education make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $36 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $74,630 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for elementary school teachers, except special education?
Illinois ranks #13 of 51 states for elementary school teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $74,630 is about 2.7% above the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay elementary school teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for elementary school teachers, except special education are Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($78,390), Bloomington, IL ($65,590), Rockford, IL ($64,200), by median annual wage.
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