Special Education Teachers in Illinois
Is Illinois a good place for you to work as a Special Education Teacher?
You’re in luck! Jobs for Special Education Teachers in Illinois are projected to grow and these jobs tend to pay higher than average.
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Projected employment for Special Education Teachers in Illinois is growing faster than average.
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Special Education Teachers in Illinois earn higher salaries than the typical U.S. wage earner.
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How Many Special Education Teachers Work in Illinois?
In 2018, there were 880 Special Education Teachers working in the state.
There were 940 Special Education Teachers employed in this state in 2017.
That’s a decline of 60 jobs between 2017 and 2018.
The typical state has 220 Special Education Teachers working in it, which means Illinois has more Special Education Teachers than average.
Job Projections for Illinois
Jobs for Special Education Teachers in this state are growing at a rate of 5.3% which is slower than the nationwide estimated projection of 9.9%.
Illinois Annual Job Openings
The BLS estimates 90 annual job openings, and a total of 1,190 jobs for Illinois Special Education Teachers in 2026.
Nationwide, the prediction is 3,400 annual jobs and 45,400 total jobs in 2026.
What do Special Education Teachers Make in Illinois?
In 2018 wages for Special Education Teachers ranged from $34,160 to $78,980 with $49,880 being the median annual salary.
The median salary in Illinois is higher than the nationwide median salary.
Top Illinois Metros for Special Education Teachers
The table below shows some of the metros in this state with the most Special Education Teachers.
| Metro | Number Employed | Annual Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI | 690 | $51,210 |
| St. Louis, MO-IL | 120 | $48,130 |
| Rockford, IL | 70 | $52,040 |
Top States for Special Education Teachers Employment
The table below shows the states where most Special Education Teachers work.
| State | Number Employed | Annual Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7,310 | $49,260 |
| California | 2,950 | $62,690 |
| New Jersey | 2,340 | $59,770 |
| Virginia | 2,220 | $77,920 |
| Michigan | 1,880 | $69,370 |
| Texas | 1,460 | $55,200 |
| Ohio | 1,430 | $37,450 |
| Oregon | 1,240 | $83,120 |
| Illinois | 880 | $49,880 |
| Minnesota | 880 | $66,930 |
| Georgia | 870 | $56,960 |
| New Mexico | 800 | $58,050 |
| Louisiana | 700 | $56,070 |
| Rhode Island | 690 | $79,300 |
| Connecticut | 660 | $70,970 |
| Tennessee | 650 | $58,420 |
| Massachusetts | 650 | $49,330 |
| Kentucky | 510 | $58,190 |
| South Carolina | 380 | $60,810 |
| Arizona | 340 | $48,320 |
Below are the states where Special Education Teachers get paid the most:
| State | Annual Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Oregon | $83,120 |
| Rhode Island | $79,300 |
| Virginia | $77,920 |
| Iowa | $75,840 |
| Utah | $74,360 |
| Connecticut | $70,970 |
| Michigan | $69,370 |
| Kansas | $68,500 |
| Minnesota | $66,930 |
| Pennsylvania | $66,220 |
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References
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics
- O*NET Online
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