What education is needed to become a career/technical education teachers, secondary school?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary

Name: Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$65,120

$31.31 / hour

▲ 2% (Slower than average)

Salary Range

$34,514 - $112,006

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

100,870

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary by Percentile

$34,514 $112,006

10th pct Median: $65,120 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$34,514	$16.59
25th Percentile	$46,886	$22.54
50th (Median)	$65,120	$31.31
75th Percentile	$89,866	$43.20
90th (Top Earners)	$112,006	$53.85
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$85,958	$41.33
2	California (CA)	$81,400	$39.13
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$79,446	$38.20
4	New York (NY)	$79,446	$38.20
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$78,144	$37.57
6	Connecticut (CT)	$76,842	$36.94
7	Maryland (MD)	$76,842	$36.94
8	Hawaii (HI)	$74,888	$36.00
9	Alaska (AK)	$72,934	$35.06
10	Washington (WA)	$72,934	$35.06
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School

Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School 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 Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School

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 Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School make?

The median annual salary for Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School is $65,120 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $34,514, while the top 10% earn $112,006 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School?

Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School earn a median hourly wage of $31.31 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $65,120 annually.

Is Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $65,120, Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Slower than average (2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.