English Language and Literature Teachers Salary in Illinois
Also called: English Teachers, Postsecondary
English Language and Literature Teachers in Illinois earn a median of $77,570 a year, −2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $77,570
- vs. U.S. median
- −2% ($78,760)
- Rank among states
- 24 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 2,570
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,270; the top 10% earn over $125,520. Nationally the range is $48,270 to $137,250.
States ranked near Illinois
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- Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary$77,720 median in Illinois
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- Communications Teachers, Postsecondary$78,150 median in Illinois
- Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary$82,610 median in Illinois
- History Teachers, Postsecondary$83,940 median in Illinois
- Education Teachers, Postsecondary$61,560 median in Illinois
English Language and Literature Teachers pay in Illinois
How much do english language and literature teachers make in Illinois?
The median is $77,570 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,270 and the top 10% earn over $125,520. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for english language and literature teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 24 of 49 (−2% vs. the national median of $78,760). Living costs are not included.