Elementary School Teacher Salary in California
Explore elementary school teacher salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$80,845
Monthly: $6,737
Biweekly: $3,109
Entry Level
$54,766
Monthly: $4,564
Biweekly: $2,106
Senior Level
$110,835
Monthly: $9,236
Biweekly: $4,263
Job Growth
12%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $54,766 | $80,845 | $110,835 |
| Monthly | $4,564 | $6,737 | $9,236 |
| Biweekly | $2,106 | $3,109 | $4,263 |
| Weekly | $1,053 | $1,555 | $2,131 |
| Hourly | $26 | $39 | $53 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$63,160
CA Median
$80,845
Difference
+$17,685
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Teach core subjects to elementary school students.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Education or subject area; Teaching certification required
Key Skills
Curriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentCommunicationClassroom Management
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