Special Education Assistant Salary in Chicago, Illinois

Special Education Assistant Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a Special Education Assistant make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Special Education Assistant in Chicago, IL is $74,872. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $66,647 to $84,347, with most professionals earning between $59,158 and $92,973.

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10th Percentile Special Education Assistant Salary $59,158 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Special Education Assistant Salary $66,647 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Special Education Assistant Salary $74,872 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Special Education Assistant Salary $84,347 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Special Education Assistant Salary $92,973 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25% $66,647 10% $59,158 90% $92,973 75% $84,347 $74,872 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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84347
74872
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Special Education Assistant in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Special Education Assistant ranges from $66,647 to $84,347 with the average base salary of $74,872. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $66,647 to $84,347 with the average total cash compensation of $74,872.

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