History Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Illinois
History Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois earn a median salary of $76,160 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -6.6% vs the national median of $81,500. An estimated 410 history teachers, postsecondary are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $63,650 to $88,670 depending on location.
$76,160
Avg median salary in Illinois
$88,670
Highest paying metro
$63,650
Lowest paying metro
410
Employed in Illinois
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History Teachers, Postsecondary salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL-IN | $88,670 | $69,980 | $105,340 | 410 |
| Bloomington, IL | $63,650 | $36,450 | $80,440 | — |