Philosophy and Religion Teachers Salary in Illinois
Also called: Philosophy and Religion Teachers
Philosophy and Religion Teachers in Illinois earn a median of $77,720 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $77,720
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($80,260)
- Rank among states
- 23 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 1,080
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,800; the top 10% earn over $124,160. Nationally the range is $49,140 to $139,580.
States ranked near Illinois
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- English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary$77,570 median in Illinois
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- Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary$82,610 median in Illinois
- Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary$100,700 median in Illinois
- History Teachers, Postsecondary$83,940 median in Illinois
- Law Teachers, Postsecondary$107,700 median in Illinois
Philosophy and Religion Teachers pay in Illinois
How much do philosophy and religion teachers make in Illinois?
The median is $77,720 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,800 and the top 10% earn over $124,160. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for philosophy and religion teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 23 of 43 (−3% vs. the national median of $80,260). Living costs are not included.