7th/8th Grade Math Teacher Salary in Illinois

How much does a 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher make in Illinois? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher in Illinois is $54,827 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,640
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,395 to $62,058
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,628

Key Factors That Influence 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher Salaries

A 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $50,660
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $50,902
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,823
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $56,635
  • Expert (over 8 years): $56,836
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher less than 1 year $50,660
Early Career Level 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher 1-2 years $50,902
Mid-Level Level 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher 2-4 years $53,823
Senior-Level Level 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher 5-8 years $56,635
Expert Level 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher over 8 years $56,836

Top Paying Cities for 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Effingham: $50,540
  • Saint Peter: $50,471
  • Salem: $50,663

7th/8th Grade Math Teacher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare $65,793 $32.0 20%
Software & Networking $65,793 $32.0 20%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit $60,310 $29.0 10%

7th/8th Grade Math Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Yearly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Hourly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$47,395
Average $54,827/year
$62,058
$3,950
Average $4,569/month
$5,171
$911
Average $1,054/week
$1,193
$23
Average $26/hour
$30
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $62,058 $5,171 $1,193 $30
Average $54,827 $4,569 $1,054 $26
25th Percentile $47,395 $3,950 $911 $23

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