Median annual salary for elementary teachers
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Washington had the highest median salary for elementary teachers ($99,000), while Oklahoma had the lowest ($47,470). After adjusting for cost of living, Washington still topped the list with an adjusted median salary of $91,000. Arizona had the lowest at $50,000.
Preschool teachers earned a median salary of $52,810, elementary school teachers earned $62,360, while high school teachers made $64,690.
Public and private schools also play a role. In 2024, teachers in public schools earned a median wage of $63,980 per year, while teachers in private schools earned $57,570.
Teachers of students is disabilities teachers earn more than general education teachers. In 2024, their median wages ranged from 1% to 19% higher than other teachers at the same grade level.
Source: https://usafacts.org/answers/how-much-do-teachers-get-paid-in-the-us/country/united-statess