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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Educational Assistant in Illinois is $36,109 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.
However, an Educational Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Educational Assistant Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $39,101 | $3,258 | $752 | $19 |
| Average | $36,109 | $3,009 | $694 | $17 |
| 25th Percentile | $31,981 | $2,665 | $615 | $15 |
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An Educational Assistant'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.
Experience is a primary driver of an Educational Assistant'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Educational Assistant | $34,675 |
| Intermediate Level Educational Assistant | $34,962 |
| Senior Level Educational Assistant | $36,395 |
| Specialist Level Educational Assistant | $37,562 |
| Expert Level Educational Assistant | $38,168 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Educational Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Educational Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Educational Assistant positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Educational Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $54,163 | $26.0 | 50% |
| Business Services | $43,331 | $21.0 | 20% |
Understanding how an Educational Assistant'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $39,101 | $3,258 | $752 | $19 |
| Average | $36,109 | $3,009 | $694 | $17 |
| 25th Percentile | $31,981 | $2,665 | $615 | $15 |
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