Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers Salary by Percentile

$29,155 $94,617
10th pct Median: $55,010 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)$29,155$14.02
25th Percentile$39,607$19.04
50th (Median)$55,010$26.45
75th Percentile$75,914$36.50
90th (Top Earners)$94,617$45.49
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers

# State Median Annual Median Hourly
1 District of Columbia (DC) $72,613 $34.91
2 California (CA) $68,763 $33.06
3 Massachusetts (MA) $67,112 $32.27
4 New York (NY) $67,112 $32.27
5 New Jersey (NJ) $66,012 $31.74
6 Connecticut (CT) $64,912 $31.21
7 Maryland (MD) $64,912 $31.21
8 Hawaii (HI) $63,261 $30.41
9 Alaska (AK) $61,611 $29.62
10 Washington (WA) $61,611 $29.62
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers

Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers

Projected Growth
+2%
2022-2032
▲ 2% (Slower than average)
Annual Job Openings
1,040,200
projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers make?
The median annual salary for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers is $55,010 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $29,155, while the top 10% earn $94,617 or more.
What is the hourly wage for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers?
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers earn a median hourly wage of $26.45 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $55,010 annually.
Is Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers a good-paying career?
With a median salary of $55,010, Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Slower than average (2% growth, 2022-2032).
What education do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers need?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.

Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and ESL Teachers Salary by State

Click any state to see detailed adult basic education, adult secondary education, and esl teachers salary data for that state.

Alabama
$48,409/yr
Alaska
$61,611/yr
Arizona
$53,910/yr
Arkansas
$46,208/yr
California
$68,763/yr
Colorado
$59,411/yr
Connecticut
$64,912/yr
Delaware
$57,761/yr
Florida
$52,810/yr
Georgia
$51,159/yr
Hawaii
$63,261/yr
Idaho
$49,509/yr
Illinois
$57,761/yr
Indiana
$50,059/yr
Iowa
$49,509/yr
Kansas
$49,509/yr
Kentucky
$48,959/yr
Louisiana
$48,409/yr
Maine
$51,159/yr
Maryland
$64,912/yr
Massachusetts
$67,112/yr
Michigan
$52,810/yr
Minnesota
$57,210/yr
Mississippi
$44,558/yr
Missouri
$50,059/yr
Montana
$48,409/yr
Nebraska
$49,509/yr
Nevada
$54,460/yr
New Hampshire
$59,411/yr
New Jersey
$66,012/yr
New Mexico
$47,859/yr
New York
$67,112/yr
North Carolina
$51,159/yr
North Dakota
$52,260/yr
Ohio
$51,159/yr
Oklahoma
$47,859/yr
Oregon
$58,311/yr
Pennsylvania
$55,560/yr
Rhode Island
$57,761/yr
South Carolina
$49,509/yr
South Dakota
$48,409/yr
Tennessee
$49,509/yr
Texas
$53,360/yr
Utah
$53,360/yr
Vermont
$53,910/yr
Virginia
$58,861/yr
Washington
$61,611/yr
West Virginia
$45,108/yr
Wisconsin
$52,260/yr
Wyoming
$50,609/yr