School Psychologists pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for school psychologists is $40.72 an hour ($84,690 a year). About 3,590 people work in this job there.
That is 12% lower than the U.S. median ($95,990). Illinois ranks 23rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for school psychologists in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.11 | $62,620 |
| 25% of workers | $35.96 | $74,790 |
| Half of workers (median) | $40.72 | $84,690 |
| 75% of workers | $52.01 | $108,180 |
| 90% of workers | $61.37 | $127,640 |
School Psychologists pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $90,620 | 2,770 |
| Springfield | $87,210 | 70 |
| Rockford | $83,400 | 90 |
| Bloomington | $80,760 | 50 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $76,460 | 60 |
| Peoria | $76,140 | 70 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for school psychologists
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +0.8% over ten years, little or no change · about 3,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $83,750 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $91,360 |
| Psychologists, All Other | $69,810 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $99,050 |
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