Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education salary in Decatur, IL
Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education in the Decatur, IL metro area earn a median of $63,530 a year, based on BLS data for 40 workers.
Pay ranges from $45,470 for the lowest-paid 10% to $75,370 for the top 10%. That is 1% higher than the national median of $62,680. Pay here is 1% lower than the Illinois statewide median of $64,020. There are 0.77 kindergarten teachers, except special education per 1,000 jobs here — close to the national average. The average (mean) salary is $60,910, close to the median.
Pay range for kindergarten teachers, except special education in Decatur, IL
| Pay level | Yearly |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $45,470 |
| 25th percentile | $50,540 |
| Median | $63,530 |
| 75th percentile | $73,570 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $75,370 |
| Average (mean) | $60,910 |
Half of kindergarten teachers, except special education earn more than the median and half earn less. Percentiles show the spread: 10% earn less than the 10th percentile, and 10% earn more than the 90th.
Median paycheck, before taxes
| Pay period | Amount |
|---|---|
| Monthly | $5,294.17 |
| Semi-monthly (24 a year) | $2,647.08 |
| Biweekly (26 a year) | $2,443.46 |
| Weekly | $1,221.73 |
BLS publishes only yearly pay for this job, because kindergarten teachers, except special education are usually paid a salary and may not work a full 2,080-hour year. Convert any amount with the hourly to salary converter.
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Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education salary in other metro areas nearby
| Metro area | Median salary | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $70,250 | 3,350 |
| Rockford, IL | $65,310 | 100 |
| Bloomington, IL | $65,180 | 70 |
| Springfield, IL | $64,270 | 120 |
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $62,150 | 1,220 |
| Paducah, KY-IL | $61,530 | 60 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL | $61,260 | 170 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $60,970 | 100 |
| Peoria, IL | $60,140 | 160 |
| Kankakee, IL | $56,960 | 40 |
Highest-paying states for kindergarten teachers, except special education
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Washington | $99,960 |
| Connecticut | $90,030 |
| Rhode Island | $85,470 |
| Massachusetts | $84,100 |
| California | $82,550 |
| District of Columbia | $81,500 |
| New York | $77,630 |
| Maryland | $75,910 |
| Minnesota | $75,500 |
| New Mexico | $74,380 |
See Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education pay in every state or the Illinois statewide figures.
Related jobs in Decatur, IL
| Job | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | $59,050 | — |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $62,000 | — |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $59,690 | — |
| Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education | $42,740 | $20.55 |
| Special Education Teachers, Secondary School | $62,980 | — |
| Special Education Teachers, Middle School | $63,520 | — |
| Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School | $65,390 | — |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | $48,480 | — |
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | $39,000 | $18.75 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $58,280 | $28.02 |
| Librarians and Media Collections Specialists | $58,550 | $28.15 |
| Library Technician | $50,650 | $24.35 |
| Self-Enrichment Teacher | $45,950 | $22.09 |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 estimates, occupation code 25-2012. Wages include base pay, tips, commissions and shift pay, but not overtime, bonuses or benefits, and exclude the self-employed.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kindergarten teachers, except special education make in Decatur, IL?
The median salary for kindergarten teachers, except special education in the Decatur, IL metro area is $63,530 a year. Pay ranges from $45,470 for the lowest-paid 10% to $75,370 for the top 10%.
How much do the highest-paid kindergarten teachers, except special education make in Decatur, IL?
The top 10% of kindergarten teachers, except special education in the Decatur, IL metro area earn at least $75,370 a year. The top 25% earn $73,570 or more.
What is the starting pay for kindergarten teachers, except special education in Decatur, IL?
Entry-level pay (the 10th percentile) is about $45,470 a year, and a quarter of kindergarten teachers, except special education earn $50,540 or less.
How many kindergarten teachers, except special education work in Decatur, IL?
About 40 kindergarten teachers, except special education are employed in the Decatur, IL metro area, not counting the self-employed.