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High School Teacher salary
High school teachers prepare students for life after graduation by teaching academic lessons and skills.
Median annual
$65,000
Median hourly
$31
Top 10% earn
$102,000+
Salary range
Bottom 10%$48,000
Median$65,000
Top 10%$102,000
High School Teacher salary by experience level
How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.
| Experience | Years | Annual | Hourly | vs median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | 0–2 years | $54,100 | $26 | -17% |
| Early career | 2–5 years | $60,200 | $29 | -7% |
| Mid career | 5–10 years | $69,400 | $33 | +7% |
| Senior / experienced | 10+ years | $85,700 | $41 | +32% |
- Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified high school teachers, before specialisation or overtime.
- Early career: Pay rises quickly once you can work independently and take on harder assignments.
- Mid career: Most workers sit around this level, often with a specialism or a first supervisory role.
- Senior / experienced: Lead, senior or management roles, plus the highest-paying employers and locations.
Career details
Education
Bachelor's degree and teaching license; master's preferred in some states.
Job outlook
1% growth through 2033 — stable but slow.
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