Chicago Public Schools
Benefits (pensions, health insurance)
$850,906
Exact amount: $850,905.99
FY2026 (July 2025–June 2026)
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All items
| Box | Amount | % of this budget |
|---|---|---|
| Health and dental insurance | $357,723.00 | 42.0% |
| Staff pension (employer share) | $318,388.65 | 37.4% |
| Medicare tax | $47,670.18 | 5.6% |
| Staff pension (employee share) | $43,628.34 | 5.1% |
| Teacher pension (employer share) | $32,632.85 | 3.8% |
| Workers' compensation | $30,903.42 | 3.6% |
| Unemployment insurance | $12,164.10 | 1.4% |
| Teacher pension (employee share paid by CPS) | $7,795.45 | 0.9% |