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Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Illinois
Ranked #12 of 50 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of kindergarten teachers, except special educations in Illinois earn between $46,040 and $103,420. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean kindergarten teachers, except special education salary in Illinois is $71,160, about 2.6% above the U.S. average ($69,370). That works out to roughly $34/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $70,250 | $74,470 | 3,350 |
| Rockford, IL | $65,310 | $70,480 | 100 |
| Bloomington, IL | $65,180 | $67,350 | 70 |
| Springfield, IL | $64,270 | $70,520 | 120 |
| Decatur, IL | $63,530 | $60,910 | 40 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $60,970 | $61,500 | 100 |
| Peoria, IL | $60,140 | $59,100 | 160 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $59,970 | $64,950 | 140 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do kindergarten teachers, except special education make in Illinois?
The median kindergarten teachers, except special education salary in Illinois is $64,020 per year (mean $71,160), and about 80% earn between $46,040 and $103,420.
How much do kindergarten teachers, except special education make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $34 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $71,160 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for kindergarten teachers, except special education?
Illinois ranks #12 of 50 states for kindergarten teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $71,160 is about 2.6% above the U.S. average of $69,370.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay kindergarten teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for kindergarten teachers, except special education are Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($70,250), Rockford, IL ($65,310), Bloomington, IL ($65,180), by median annual wage.
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