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Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$62,370
Median Annual Salary
▲
+4.1% vs 2024
$66,810
Mean Salary
$62,370
Median Salary
$29.99
Hourly Rate
1,970 people work as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Illinois
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Illinois earn a median salary of $62,370 per year ($5,197/month).
This is 6.3% above the national average of $58,682.
Illinois ranks #18 out of 50 states for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors pay.
Approximately 1,970 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 4.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in basic education, literacy, or English as a Second Language classes, or in classes for earning a high school equivalency credential.
Top Skills
Instructing
4.25
Reading Comprehension
3.75
Active Listening
3.75
Speaking
3.75
Learning Strategies
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.42
Education and Training
3.91
Customer and Personal Service
3.51
Administrative
3.17
Administration and Management
2.91
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(40.8% of workers)
Salary Range: Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Illinois
Salaries for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Illinois range from $47,330 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $98,470 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $49,410 and $82,360.
Median $62,370
P10: $47,330P25: $49,410P75: $82,360P90: $98,470
10th
$47,330
25th
$49,410
Median
$62,370
75th
$82,360
90th
$98,470
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$47,330
$22.75
$3,944
25th Percentile
$49,410
$23.75
$4,117
Median (50th)
$62,370
$29.99
$5,197
75th Percentile
$82,360
$39.60
$6,863
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$98,470
$47.34
$8,205
Note: The mean (average) salary of $66,810 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#18
Illinois ranks #18 of 50 states
$58,682
National avg. for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors Salary by State
Compare Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors pay across states — sorted by highest median salary.
How much do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors make in Illinois?
The median annual salary for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Illinois is $62,370 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $66,810.
What is the salary range for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Illinois?
Salaries for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Illinois range from $47,330 at the 10th percentile to $98,470 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $49,410 and $82,360.
What is the starting salary for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Illinois?
Entry-level Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors positions in Illinois typically start around $47,330 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $49,410 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,970 people are employed as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Illinois is approximately $29.99 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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