Chemistry Teachers Salary in Illinois
Chemistry Teachers in Illinois earn a median of $97,860 a year, +5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $97,860
- vs. U.S. median
- +5% ($93,250)
- Rank among states
- 16 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 880
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,240; the top 10% earn over $160,620. Nationally the range is $57,870 to $172,110.
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- Physics Teachers, Postsecondary$94,900 median in Illinois
- Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary$77,080 median in Illinois
- Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary$135,430 median in Illinois
Chemistry Teachers pay in Illinois
How much do chemistry teachers make in Illinois?
The median is $97,860 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,240 and the top 10% earn over $160,620. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for chemistry teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 16 of 48 (+5% vs. the national median of $93,250). Living costs are not included.