Chicago Public Schools
Benefits (pensions, health insurance)
$259,968
Exact amount: $259,967.68
FY2026 (July 2025–June 2026)
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All items
| Box | Amount | % of this budget |
|---|---|---|
| Health and dental insurance | $105,992.00 | 40.8% |
| Staff pension (employer share) | $50,275.43 | 19.3% |
| Teacher pension (employer share) | $44,795.41 | 17.2% |
| Teacher pension (employee share paid by CPS) | $15,562.29 | 6.0% |
| Staff pension (employee share) | $15,244.89 | 5.9% |
| Medicare tax | $13,091.17 | 5.0% |
| Workers' compensation | $8,486.68 | 3.3% |
| Unemployment insurance | $3,340.50 | 1.3% |
| Teacher pension (federal grants) | $3,179.31 | 1.2% |