Special Education Teachers, Preschool Salary in West Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $64,180 +3.2% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $45,690
90th percentile $103,790
Employed locally 60
National median $62,190

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,690
    25th
    $48,360
    50th (median)
    $64,180
    75th
    $82,250
    90th
    $103,790

    Top-paying metros for Special Education Teachers, Preschool

    Metro areaMedian salary
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $132,930
    New York $129,860
    San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $117,200
    Akron, OH $100,650
    New Jersey $86,650
    Western Washington nonmetropolitan area $86,340

    Related occupations in West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $61,030
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $30,830
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $52,060
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $59,300
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $34,390
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $36,810

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Special Education Teachers, Preschool make per hour in West Central Illinois?

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

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Special Education Teachers, Preschool salaries?

    The median Special Education Teachers, Preschool salary in West Central Illinois is 3.2% above the national median of $62,190. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Special Education Teachers, Preschool in West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Special Education Teachers, Preschool (10th percentile) earn around $45,690 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,360.