How much does a sociology teacher make in Illinois?
$82,610a year
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers in Illinois. That is $39.72 an hour or $6,884 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.72
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,260Median: $82,610Highest 10%: $131,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,260 | $25.13 | |
| 25th | $63,770 | $30.66 | |
| Median | $82,610 | $39.72 | |
| 75th | $106,500 | $51.20 | |
| 90th | $131,400 | $63.19 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $96,240 |
| Chicago, IL | $86,040 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociology teachers.
| 18. Idaho | $84,140 |
| 19. Louisiana | $83,700 |
| 20. Washington | $83,140 |
| 21. Illinois | $82,610 |
| 22. Iowa | $81,910 |
| 23. Texas | $81,220 |
| 24. Indiana | $79,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociology teacher make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $39.72 ($82,610 a year).
Do sociology teachers make more in Illinois than the national average?
No: $82,610 against $84,290 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Illinois rank for sociology teacher pay?
Illinois ranks 21 of 46 states.
Which city in Illinois pays sociology teachers the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $96,240 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.