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How much does a Teacher make in the United States?
Average base salary
Data source tooltip for average base salary.17.5k salaries reported, updated at April 13, 2021
$14.73
per hour
The average salary for a teacher is $14.73 per hour in the United States.
Most common benefits
- Work from home
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Childcare
- Life insurance
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Salaries by years of experience in the United States
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Highest paying cities in United States for Teachers
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Best-paid skills and qualifications for teachers
Most recommended license
Special Education Certification
The jobs requiring this license have increase by 15.38% since 2018. Teachers with this license earn +35.64% more than the average base salary, which is $14.73 per hour.
Top companies hiring teachers on Indeed
Loudoun County Public Schools
Fairfax County Public Schools
Institute Of Reading Development Inc
Loudoun Montessori School
Manassas Park City Schools
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More critical skills and qualifications that pay well
Information tooltip for top fields of study.
Field of study categories:
| Top field of study | Salary | Job openings | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
Mathematics Degree | +174.49% | 10 jobs | 11  |
Music Degree | +56.28% | 73 jobs | 150 |
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Information tooltip for top licenses.
License categories:
| Top license | Salary | Job openings | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
Special Education Certification | +35.64% | 235 jobs | 450 |
LMSW | +100.00% | 4 jobs | 7 |
Teaching Certification | +4.45% | 2,012 jobs | 12,856 |
Professional Educator License | +31.73% | 53 jobs | 315 |
Most common benefits for Teachers
- Work from home
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Childcare
- Life insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Vision insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Dental insurance
- Paid sick time
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Salary satisfaction
39% of Teachers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area
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Frequently asked questions
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