What education is needed to become a middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education Salary

Name: Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education 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

$64,990

$31.25 / hour

▲ 2% (Slower than average)

Salary Range

$34,445 - $111,783

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

640,580

workers nationally

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

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education Salary by Percentile

$34,445 $111,783

10th pct Median: $64,990 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$34,445	$16.56
25th Percentile	$46,793	$22.50
50th (Median)	$64,990	$31.25
75th Percentile	$89,686	$43.12
90th (Top Earners)	$111,783	$53.74
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$85,787	$41.24
2	California (CA)	$81,238	$39.06
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$79,288	$38.12
4	New York (NY)	$79,288	$38.12
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$77,988	$37.49
6	Connecticut (CT)	$76,688	$36.87
7	Maryland (MD)	$76,688	$36.87
8	Hawaii (HI)	$74,739	$35.93
9	Alaska (AK)	$72,789	$34.99
10	Washington (WA)	$72,789	$34.99
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical 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 Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

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 Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education make?

The median annual salary for Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education is $64,990 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $34,445, while the top 10% earn $111,783 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education?

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education earn a median hourly wage of $31.25 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $64,990 annually.

Is Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $64,990, Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Slower than average (2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education need?

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