School Principal Salary in Chicago, IL.
Updated on: May 20, 2026
How much does a School Principal make in Chicago, IL?
The average School Principal in Chicago, IL makes $122,825,
23% above the national average School Principal salary of $99,991.
This pay is 13% lower than the combined average salaries of other metroes San Jose, CA, Austin, TX, and San Diego, CA.
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