Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Illinois

$35,827 $116,270
10th pct Median: $67,599 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$35,827
25th Percentile$48,671
50th (Median)$67,599
75th Percentile$93,287
90th (Top Earners)$116,270
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Illinois median salary of $67,599 for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education has the purchasing power of approximately $68,213 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Illinois's lower cost of living (COL index: 99.1) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education make in Illinois?
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Illinois earn a median annual salary of $67,599 per year ($32.50/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $64,380.
Is Illinois a good state for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
Illinois pays above the national average for elementary school teachers, except special education, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Illinois is near the national average (COL index: 99.1).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Illinois?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 99.1 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $67,599 salary in Illinois has the purchasing power of approximately $68,213 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Illinois increase real purchasing power.
How does Illinois compare to neighboring states for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Illinois

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $348,810
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $321,531
3 Neurologists $310,380
4 Surgeons, All Other $309,246
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $285,474
6 Psychiatrists $262,288
7 Physicians, Pathologists $256,116
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $255,507
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Illinois

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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