DOL Median (Chicago, IL)
$56,280
vs National
-13.4%
National: $65,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$60,975
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$56,280
-13.4% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$65,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary in Chicago, IL earns $56,280 in nominal terms, which is 13.4% below the national average of $65,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 92.3 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $60,975 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Chicago, IL
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Chicago | $56,280 | 8 |
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How much does a Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary make in Chicago, IL?
The median Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary salary in Chicago, IL is $56,280 based on 6 DOL filings.
Is Chicago, IL a good place to work as a Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary?
A Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary in Chicago, IL earns 13.4% less than the national median of $65,000, or $60,975 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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