CA · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 25-2022

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education Salary in California

Median Annual Salary $96,820 +54% above national average (national: $62,970)
$92,840Mean Annual
N/AMedian Hourly
46,530Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$96,820
$61,100
10th pct.
$128,190
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$61,100N/A
25th percentile$75,640N/A
50th percentile (median)$96,820N/A
75th percentile$107,060N/A
90th percentile (top earners)$128,190N/A
Mean (average)$92,840N/A

How California Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. California
California (current) $96,820
Washington $99,150 +2%
Rhode Island $89,530 -8%
Massachusetts $84,280 -13%
New York $82,620 -15%
Connecticut $81,040 -16%
District of Columbia $78,090 -19%
Oregon $78,050 -19%
New Jersey $77,630 -20%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education salary in California?

The mean middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education salary in California is $92,840 per year. The median (middle) salary is $96,820 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education in California?

Entry-level middle school teachers, except special and career/technical educations (10th percentile) in California typically earn around $61,100 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $75,640 per year.

What is the highest Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education salary in California?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in California make approximately $128,190 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $107,060 per year.

How does the California Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education salary compare to the national average?

The median middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education salary in California is $96,820, which is +54% above national average of $62,970.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes