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Elementary school teacher salary in Chicago, IL (Updated 2026)

How much does an Elementary School Teacher make in Chicago, IL?

Average base salary

$59,824
same
as national average
Average $59,824
Low $36,312
High $98,560

The average salary for a elementary school teacher is $59,824 per year in Chicago, IL. 242 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 10, 2026).

Elementary School Teacher job openings in Chicago, IL

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Teacher (K-8 Music)
Chicago Public Schools3.7out of 5 stars.
Chicago, IL
$64,469.94 - $82,839.39 a year
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Elementary School Teacher in Chicago, IL

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
VineyardAppCamp
 
$135,200per year
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Express Employment Professiona...
 
$125,000per year
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Focused Staffing Group
 
$115,440per year
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Clarifi Staffing Solutions
 
$95,680per year
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Supplemental Health Care
 
$95,680per year
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Amergis
 
$89,960per year
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Highest paying cities for Elementary School Teachers near Chicago, IL

  1. Naperville, IL
    $100,638 per year
  2. Aurora, IL
    $90,197 per year
  3. Coal Valley, IL
    $64,340 per year
  4. DeKalb, IL
    $62,214 per year
  5. Chicago, IL
    $59,824 per year

Where can an Elementary School Teacher earn more?

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