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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
May 2024 release
High School Teacher Salary in California
Median Annual in California
$74,451/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$35.79/hr
▲ 14% above U.S. median
groups Employed in CA
115,002
public U.S. Median
$65,220
trending_up National Outlook
+1%
High School Teacher pay in California, explained
High school teachers in California earn a median of $74,451 per year ($35.79 per hour), which is 14% above the national median of $65,220. Entry-level workers earn around $49,137, while the most experienced high school teachers reach about $108,698. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within California.
High School Teacher in California: FAQ
How much do high school teachers make in California?
High school teachers in California earn a median of $74,451 per year ($35.79 per hour), compared with $65,220 nationally.
Does California pay high school teachers well?
At $74,451, California pays 14% above the national median for high school teachers. An estimated 115,002 work in the state.