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

$43,056 $139,729
10th pct Median: $81,238 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$43,056
25th Percentile$58,491
50th (Median)$81,238
75th Percentile$112,108
90th (Top Earners)$139,729
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The California median salary of $81,238 for Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education has the purchasing power of approximately $54,195 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 Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education make in California?
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education in California earn a median annual salary of $81,238 per year ($39.06/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $64,990.
Is California a good state for Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education?
California pays above the national average for middle school teachers, except special and career/technical 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 Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education in California?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 149.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $81,238 salary in California has the purchasing power of approximately $54,195 in Missouri. Higher living costs in California reduce real purchasing power.
How does California compare to neighboring states for Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical 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 Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education in California

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 Required: Bachelor's degree

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