Education Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in South Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,550 -31.3% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $42,030
90th percentile $109,210
Employed locally 210
National median $72,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,030
    25th
    $42,810
    50th (median)
    $49,550
    75th
    $67,240
    90th
    $109,210

    Top-paying metros for Education Teachers, Postsecondary

    Metro areaMedian salary
    West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area $127,090
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $104,270
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $103,310
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $103,290
    Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA $103,170
    Ann Arbor, MI $101,840

    Related occupations in South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary$30,270
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$58,920
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$59,530
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$36,660
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$35,240
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$59,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Education Teachers, Postsecondary make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Education Teachers, Postsecondary in South Illinois is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Education Teachers, Postsecondary salaries?

    The median Education Teachers, Postsecondary salary in South Illinois is 31.3% below the national median of $72,090. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Education Teachers, Postsecondary in South Illinois?

    Entry-level Education Teachers, Postsecondary (10th percentile) earn around $42,030 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,810.