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Principal salary in Illinois, 2026
How much does a Principal make in Illinois?
Average base salary
$121,723
- Hour
- Day
- Month
- Year
11%
below national averageAverage $121,723
Low $74,221
High $199,629
The average salary for a principal is $121,723 per year in Illinois. 321 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 26, 2026).
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Highest paying companies for Principal in Illinois
Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.Confidential
$345,000per year
Care Access
$300,000per year
Mérieux NutriSciences
$286,000per year
The Hackett Group
$283,333per year
ECG Management Consultants
$273,000per year
Kearney
$256,250per year
