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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
May 2024 release
High School Teacher Salary in Illinois
Median Annual in Illinois
$64,254/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$30.89/hr
▼ 1% below U.S. median
groups Employed in IL
43,294
public U.S. Median
$65,220
trending_up National Outlook
+1%
High School Teacher pay in Illinois, explained
High school teachers in Illinois earn a median of $64,254 per year ($30.89 per hour), which is 1% below the national median of $65,220. Entry-level workers earn around $42,408, while the most experienced high school teachers reach about $93,811. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Illinois.
High School Teacher in Illinois: FAQ
How much do high school teachers make in Illinois?
High school teachers in Illinois earn a median of $64,254 per year ($30.89 per hour), compared with $65,220 nationally.
Does Illinois pay high school teachers well?
At $64,254, Illinois pays 1% below the national median for high school teachers. An estimated 43,294 work in the state.