Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in California

$40,757 $132,268
10th pct Median: $76,900 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$40,757
25th Percentile$55,368
50th (Median)$76,900
75th Percentile$106,122
90th (Top Earners)$132,268
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The California median salary of $76,900 for Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education has the purchasing power of approximately $51,301 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

California's higher cost of living (COL index: 149.9) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education make in California?
Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education in California earn a median annual salary of $76,900 per year ($36.97/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $61,520.
Is California a good state for Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education?
California pays above the national average for kindergarten teachers, except special education, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in California is higher average (COL index: 149.9).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education in California?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 149.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $76,900 salary in California has the purchasing power of approximately $51,301 in Missouri. Higher living costs in California reduce real purchasing power.
How does California compare to neighboring states for Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in California

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $387,400
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $382,775
3 Neurologists $369,500
4 Surgeons, All Other $368,150
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $339,850
6 Psychiatrists $312,248
7 Physicians, Pathologists $304,900
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $304,175
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education in California

Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education 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 Required: Bachelor's degree

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