Teacher Salary in Chicago, IL
Median: $74,291/yr — $8,871 (14%) above the national median. Range: $56,082–$90,971.
Last updated: 2026-04-22 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2024
Teacher Salary in Chicago vs. National Average
25th Pct (Chicago)
$56,082
Median (Chicago)
$74,291
75th Pct (Chicago)
$90,971
National median: $65,420/yr. Chicago is $8,871 (14%) above the national median.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024
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