How much does a psychology teacher make in Illinois?
$77,860a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in Illinois. That is $37.43 an hour or $6,488 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.43
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,930Median: $77,860Highest 10%: $131,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,930 | $18.24 | |
| 25th | $50,960 | $24.50 | |
| Median | $77,860 | $37.43 | |
| 75th | $105,800 | $50.86 | |
| 90th | $131,000 | $62.96 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bloomington, IL | $84,110 |
| St. Louis, MO | $81,030 |
| Chicago, IL | $77,860 |
| Davenport, IA | $64,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychology teachers.
| 28. Iowa | $78,450 |
| 29. Washington | $78,330 |
| 30. Virginia | $77,950 |
| 31. Illinois | $77,860 |
| 32. Indiana | $77,820 |
| 33. Wisconsin | $77,580 |
| 34. Nebraska | $77,340 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $37.43 ($77,860 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Illinois than the national average?
No: $77,860 against $80,340 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Illinois rank for psychology teacher pay?
Illinois ranks 31 of 50 states.
Which city in Illinois pays psychology teachers the most?
Bloomington, IL, with a median of $84,110 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.