Administrators in Springfield School District 186 earn an average of $129,704 per year, ranking 174th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education .

The average salary in the district in 2024 was 4.4% higher than in 2023 and 11.6% more than in 2022. District administrators made 8.6% more than the state average of $119,384.

Administrator salaries depend on the district’s size, location, and resources, as well as the individual’s level of experience and education, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

In Illinois, school administrators are educational leaders who oversee the management and operations of schools and districts. This includes roles such as superintendents, assistant superintendents, principals, assistant principals, director

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