High School Teacher Salary in California
Explore high 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
$85,670
Monthly: $7,139
Biweekly: $3,295
Entry Level
$57,992
Monthly: $4,833
Biweekly: $2,230
Senior Level
$118,620
Monthly: $9,885
Biweekly: $4,562
Job Growth
12%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $57,992 | $85,670 | $118,620 |
| Monthly | $4,833 | $7,139 | $9,885 |
| Biweekly | $2,230 | $3,295 | $4,562 |
| Weekly | $1,115 | $1,648 | $2,281 |
| Hourly | $28 | $41 | $57 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$66,930
CA Median
$85,670
Difference
+$18,740
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Teach specialized subjects to high school students.
Education
Bachelor's degree in subject area or Education; Teaching certification required
Key Skills
Subject ExpertiseCurriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentMentoring
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