salary$78,390 a yearmedian pay in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,960per year
Top pay (top 10%)$105,250per year
Jobs in the area45,840people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Chicago?
Expensive. Rent of $1,983 a month takes 30.4% of the median elementary school teacher salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a elementary school teacher make in Chicago, IL?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN area is $78,390 a year. Most earn between $48,960 and $105,250.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Chicago?
Typical rent of $1,983 a month takes 30.4% of the median elementary school teacher salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area.