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Teacher salary in Chicago, IL, 2026

How much does a Teacher make in Chicago, IL?

Average base salary

$34.52
30%
above national average
Average $34.52
Low $17.19
High $69.33

The average salary for a teacher is $34.52 per hour in Chicago, IL. 297 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 2, 2026).

Teacher job openings in Chicago, IL

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Chess Teacher
Chess-Ed
Chicago, IL
$45 - $75 an hour
Part-time
12 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Teacher in Chicago, IL

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Nexplore
 
$124,800per year
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Focused Staffing Group
 
$124,800per year
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AB Staffing Solutions
 
$106,080per year
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HealthPRO Heritage
 
$105,040per year
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Kreyco
 
$83,200per year
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Healthcare Staffing Profession...
 
$83,200per year
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Highest paying cities for Teachers near Chicago, IL

  1. Chicago, IL
    $34.52 per hour
  2. Naperville, IL
    $34.40 per hour
  3. Champaign, IL
    $29.97 per hour
  4. Schaumburg, IL
    $29.50 per hour
  5. Rockford, IL
    $28.76 per hour

Where can a Teacher earn more?

Compare salaries for Teachers in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Teacher get paid in Chicago, IL?

Assistant Teacher

Job openings
Average $18.39 per hour

Associate Teacher

Job openings
Average $19.86 per hour