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Physical education teacher salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Physical Education Teacher make in the United States?

Average base salary

$60,605
Average $60,605
Low $38,809
High $94,643

The average salary for a physical education teacher is $60,605 per year in the United States. 3.9k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 12, 2026).

Physical Education Teacher job openings in United States

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P.E Teacher
Cincinnati, OH
$45,500 - $55,000 a year
Full-time
6 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Physical Education Teacher in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Cerritos College
 
$249,392per year
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Washoe County School District
 
$232,280per year
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Mt. San Jacinto College
 
$176,800per year
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Summa Academy
 
$163,800per year
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Shasta College
 
$145,324per year
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Columbia Gorge Community Colle...
 
$142,345per year
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Highest paying cities for Physical Education Teachers near United States

  1. Redwood City, CA
    $151,613 per year
  2. Los Angeles, CA
    $130,498 per year
  3. Palo Alto, CA
    $130,109 per year
  4. San Jose, CA
    $128,517 per year
  5. New York, NY
    $79,921 per year

Where can a Physical Education Teacher earn more?

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