Foreign Language Teacher Salary in Illinois

How much does a Foreign Language Teacher make in Illinois?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Foreign Language Teacher in Illinois is $64,952 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Foreign Language Teacher's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,754
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,396 to $73,747
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,607
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Foreign Language Teacher Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $73,747 $6,146 $1,418 $35
Average $64,952 $5,413 $1,249 $31
25th Percentile $56,396 $4,700 $1,085 $27
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Key Factors That Influence Foreign Language Teacher Salaries

A Foreign Language 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.

Top Paying Cities for Foreign Language Teachers

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: $59,873
  • Saint Peter: $59,790
  • Salem: $60,018

Foreign Language Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Foreign Language 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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    Chicago, IL

    Youth Connection Charter School | Chicago, IL

    Job Description. Job Description. Youth Connection Charter School (YCCS). is inviting a creative, energetic, and enthusiastic. English/Language Arts Teache... more

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  • Chicago Public Schools

    Chicago, IL

    Chicago Public Schools | Chicago, IL

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  • Resurrection College Pre High School

    Chicago, IL

    Resurrection College Pre High School | Chicago, IL

    Job Description. Job Description. Italian Teacher Job Description. Job Description. 10‐Month Faculty Position. Title. Italian Teacher. Reporting Relationsh... more

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  • Kaleidoscope Education Solutions

    Chicago, IL

    Kaleidoscope Education Solutions | Chicago, IL

    Job Description. Job Description. Location. Chicago, IL 60617. Date Posted. 06/01/2026. Category. Charter School. Education. Bachelor's Degree. Our client ... more

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    FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT, NY

    Santander Holdings USA Inc | FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT, NY

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    NEW YORK, NY

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