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Analysis: Hamilton County administrators rank 756th in state for average pay

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Administrators in Hamilton County Community Unit School District 10 earn an average of $79,981 per year, ranking 756th out of 864 districts in the state, according to a SE Illinois News analysis of the latest Illinois schools report card.

The 2018 average is 1.4% higher than in 2014 and 0.2% lower than in 2009. District administrators make 25.4% 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 Hamilton County school district enrolled 1230 students in 2017-18. There is an average of 198 students for every administrator, compared to a statewide ratio of 181 to 1.

Hamilton County Community Unit School District 10 administrator salaries, 10-year trend
Year
Average salary
Student-to-administrator ratio
2009
$80,167
189:1
2010
$83,535
198:1
2011
$86,617
197:1
2012
$91,668
195:1
2013
$77,596
197:1
2014
$78,912
192:1
2015
$73,870
224:1
2016
$75,230
226:1
2017
$81,907
229:1
2018
$79,981.12
198:1

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