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Monday, July 14, 2025

Analysis: Edgar County administrators rank 823rd in state for average pay

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Administrators in Edgar County Community Unit School District 6 earn an average of $67,695 per year, ranking 823rd out of 864 districts in the state, according to a East Central Reporter analysis of the latest Illinois schools report card.

The 2018 average is 9.9% lower than in 2014 and 8.8% lower than in 2009. District administrators make 36.9% less than the state average of $107,279.

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.

The Edgar County school district enrolled 318 students in 2017-18. There is an average of 127 students for every administrator, compared to a statewide ratio of 181 to 1.

Edgar County Community Unit School District 6 administrator salaries, 10-year trend
Year
Average salary
Student-to-administrator ratio
2009
$74,232
112:1
2010
$62,349
154:1
2011
$67,702
110:1
2012
$82,449
185:1
2013
$78,275
119:1
2014
$75,146
146:1
2015
$75,146
139:1
2016
$71,325
131:1
2017
$71,565
116:1
2018
$67,695.36
127:1

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