Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Pennsylvania

$34,463 $111,841
10th pct Median: $65,024 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$34,463
25th Percentile$46,817
50th (Median)$65,024
75th Percentile$89,733
90th (Top Earners)$111,841
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Pennsylvania median salary of $65,024 for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education has the purchasing power of approximately $63,937 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Pennsylvania's higher cost of living (COL index: 101.7) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education make in Pennsylvania?
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Pennsylvania earn a median annual salary of $65,024 per year ($31.26/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $64,380.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
Pennsylvania pays above the national average for elementary school teachers, except special education, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Pennsylvania is near the national average (COL index: 101.7).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Pennsylvania?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 101.7 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $65,024 salary in Pennsylvania has the purchasing power of approximately $63,937 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Pennsylvania reduce real purchasing power.
How does Pennsylvania compare to neighboring states for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Pennsylvania

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $335,522
2 Radiologists $313,019
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $309,282
4 Neurologists $298,556
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $274,599
6 Psychiatrists $252,296
7 Physicians, Pathologists $246,359
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $245,773
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Pennsylvania

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 Required: Bachelor's degree

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