School Psychologists Salary in Illinois
School Psychologists in Illinois earn a median of $84,690 a year, −12% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $84,690
- vs. U.S. median
- −12% ($95,990)
- Rank among states
- 23 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,590
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,620; the top 10% earn over $127,640. Nationally the range is $63,070 to $142,330.
States ranked near Illinois
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- Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$49,960 median in Illinois
- Child, Family, and School Social Workers$63,220 median in Illinois
- Healthcare Social Workers$64,270 median in Illinois
School Psychologists pay in Illinois
How much do school psychologists make in Illinois?
The median is $84,690 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,620 and the top 10% earn over $127,640. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for school psychologists?
On pay alone it ranks 23 of 51 (−12% vs. the national median of $95,990). Living costs are not included.