Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Illinois

$34,870 $113,164
10th pct Median: $65,793 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$34,870
25th Percentile$47,371
50th (Median)$65,793
75th Percentile$90,794
90th (Top Earners)$113,164
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Illinois median salary of $65,793 for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School has the purchasing power of approximately $66,391 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 Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School make in Illinois?
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Illinois earn a median annual salary of $65,793 per year ($31.63/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $62,660.
Is Illinois a good state for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School?
Illinois pays above the national average for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school, 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 Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Illinois?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 99.1 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $65,793 salary in Illinois has the purchasing power of approximately $66,391 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Illinois increase real purchasing power.
How does Illinois compare to neighboring states for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School 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 Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Illinois

Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School 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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