Creative & Education Rockford, IL Pop. 148,655

Special Education Teacher Salary in Rockford, Illinois

The median special education teacher salary in Rockford, IL is $51,627 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 13.7% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$51,627
vs State Avg
$-8,185
vs National
$-11,333
Cost of Living
82%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Rockford by Experience

In Rockford, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $36,080, while experienced professionals earn up to $73,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,080
$-7,920 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,480
$-11,520 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$73,800
$-16,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rockford, IL

Percentile Rockford
10th Percentile $34,440
25th Percentile $41,000
Median (50th) $51,627
75th Percentile $63,960
90th Percentile $78,720

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$67,997
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$67,367
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$59,812
Pop. 197,757
Springfield, IL
$53,516
Pop. 114,394

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Rockford

Education

Most special education teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Rockford and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

IEP DevelopmentAdaptive TeachingAssessmentBehavioral ManagementCommunicationPatience

Job Outlook

Nationally, special education teacher employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Rockford may vary based on local industry and population growth.