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Language arts teacher salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Language Arts Teacher make in the United States?

Average base salary

$61,469
Average $61,469
Low $38,964
High $96,975

The average salary for a language arts teacher is $61,469 per year in the United States. 1.1k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 12, 2026).

Language Arts Teacher job openings in United States

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Language Arts/Reading Teacher
Educational Resources4.3out of 5 stars.
Northfield, KY
$20 - $23 an hour
Part-time
1 hour ago

Highest paying companies for Language Arts Teacher in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Harvard-Westlake School
 
$210,000per year
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San Bernardino Community Colle...
 
$190,616per year
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San Mateo County Community Col...
 
$186,024per year
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Los Rios Community College Dis...
 
$185,795per year
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Santa Rosa Junior College
 
$182,568per year
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West Valley College
 
$177,599per year
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Highest paying cities for Language Arts Teachers near United States

  1. Seattle, WA
    $102,770 per year
  2. Portland, OR
    $72,154 per year
  3. Denver, CO
    $68,852 per year
  4. Pueblo, CO
    $64,868 per year
  5. Phoenix, AZ
    $62,619 per year

Where can a Language Arts Teacher earn more?

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