What education is needed to become a elementary school teachers, except special education?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary

Name: Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$64,380

$30.95 / hour

▲ 2% (Slower than average)

Salary Range

$34,121 - $110,734

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

1,497,550

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary by Percentile

$34,121 $110,734

10th pct Median: $64,380 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$34,121	$16.40
25th Percentile	$46,354	$22.29
50th (Median)	$64,380	$30.95
75th Percentile	$88,844	$42.71
90th (Top Earners)	$110,734	$53.24
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$84,982	$40.86
2	California (CA)	$80,475	$38.69
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$78,544	$37.76
4	New York (NY)	$78,544	$37.76
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$77,256	$37.14
6	Connecticut (CT)	$75,968	$36.52
7	Maryland (MD)	$75,968	$36.52
8	Hawaii (HI)	$74,037	$35.59
9	Alaska (AK)	$72,106	$34.67
10	Washington (WA)	$72,106	$34.67
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

Projected Growth

+2%

2022-2032

▲ 2% (Slower than average)

Annual Job Openings

1,040,200

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education make?

The median annual salary for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education is $64,380 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $34,121, while the top 10% earn $110,734 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education earn a median hourly wage of $30.95 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $64,380 annually.

Is Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $64,380, Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Slower than average (2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.