High School Teacher Salary in Illinois
Explore high school teacher salaries in Illinois including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in IL
$70,277
Monthly: $5,856
Biweekly: $2,703
Entry Level
$47,571
Monthly: $3,964
Biweekly: $1,830
Senior Level
$97,306
Monthly: $8,109
Biweekly: $3,743
Job Growth
12%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $47,571 | $70,277 | $97,306 |
| Monthly | $3,964 | $5,856 | $8,109 |
| Biweekly | $1,830 | $2,703 | $3,743 |
| Weekly | $915 | $1,351 | $1,871 |
| Hourly | $23 | $34 | $47 |
IL vs National Comparison
National Median
$66,930
IL Median
$70,277
Difference
+$3,347
Multiplier
1.05x
About This Career
Teach specialized subjects to high school students.
Education
Bachelor's degree in subject area or Education; Teaching certification required
Key Skills
Subject ExpertiseCurriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentMentoring
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