Preschool Teachers Salary in Illinois
Preschool Teachers in Illinois earn a median of $40,910 a year, +7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $40,910
- vs. U.S. median
- +7% ($38,140)
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 22,420
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,030; the top 10% earn over $60,890. Nationally the range is $28,990 to $61,390.
States ranked near Illinois
Similar jobs in Illinois
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$62,580 median in Illinois
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$64,020 median in Illinois
- Childcare Workers$35,830 median in Illinois
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$75,320 median in Illinois
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$79,990 median in Illinois
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$39,410 median in Illinois
Preschool Teachers pay in Illinois
How much do preschool teachers make in Illinois?
The median is $40,910 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,030 and the top 10% earn over $60,890. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for preschool teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 21 of 51 (+7% vs. the national median of $38,140). Living costs are not included.