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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Professional Learning Specialist in Illinois is $55,947 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.
However, a Professional Learning Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Professional Learning Specialist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $63,041 | $5,253 | $1,212 | $30 |
| Average | $55,947 | $4,662 | $1,076 | $27 |
| 25th Percentile | $47,754 | $3,980 | $918 | $23 |
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A Professional Learning Specialist'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 a Professional Learning Specialist'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 Professional Learning Specialist | $52,659 |
| Intermediate Level Professional Learning Specialist | $53,287 |
| Senior Level Professional Learning Specialist | $55,947 |
| Specialist Level Professional Learning Specialist | $58,033 |
| Expert Level Professional Learning Specialist | $58,555 |
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 Professional Learning Specialists. 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 Professional Learning Specialist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Professional Learning Specialist positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Professional Learning Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $72,731 | $35.0 | 30% |
Understanding how a Professional Learning Specialist'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 | $63,041 | $5,253 | $1,212 | $30 |
| Average | $55,947 | $4,662 | $1,076 | $27 |
| 25th Percentile | $47,754 | $3,980 | $918 | $23 |
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