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Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$87,150
Median Annual Salary
▲
+10.5% vs 2024
$99,320
Mean Salary
$87,150
Median Salary
$41.90
Hourly Rate
150 people work as Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois earn a median salary of $87,150 per year ($7,262/month).
This is 13.4% below the national average of $100,578.
Illinois ranks #32 out of 40 states for Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary pay.
Approximately 150 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 10.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Top Skills
Speaking
4.75
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Active Listening
4.0
Writing
4.0
Science
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Education and Training
4.68
English Language
4.48
Mathematics
4.33
Physics
3.87
Chemistry
3.76
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(46.5% of workers)
Salary Range: Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois
Salaries for Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois range from $49,400 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $170,660 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $66,540 and $129,450.
How much do Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary make in Illinois?
The median annual salary for Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois is $87,150 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $99,320.
What is the salary range for a Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois?
Salaries for Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois range from $49,400 at the 10th percentile to $170,660 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $66,540 and $129,450.
What is the starting salary for a Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois?
Entry-level Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary positions in Illinois typically start around $49,400 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $66,540 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 150 people are employed as Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois is approximately $41.90 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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