What is the average hourly wage for Teacher Assistants?

The median hourly wage for Teacher Assistants is $14.87 per hour. This translates to approximately $30,920 per year working full-time.

What states pay Teacher Assistants the most?

Salaries for Teacher Assistants vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a teacher assistant?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Teacher Assistants Salary

Name: Teacher Assistants 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

$30,920

$14.87 / hour

▲ 2% (Slower than average)

Salary Range

$16,388 - $53,182

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

1,332,800

workers nationally

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

Teacher Assistants Salary by Percentile

$16,388 $53,182

10th pct Median: $30,920 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$16,388	$7.88
25th Percentile	$22,262	$10.70
50th (Median)	$30,920	$14.87
75th Percentile	$42,670	$20.51
90th (Top Earners)	$53,182	$25.57
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Teacher Assistants

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$40,814	$19.62
2	California (CA)	$38,650	$18.58
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$37,722	$18.14
4	New York (NY)	$37,722	$18.14
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$37,104	$17.84
6	Connecticut (CT)	$36,486	$17.54
7	Maryland (MD)	$36,486	$17.54
8	Hawaii (HI)	$35,558	$17.10
9	Alaska (AK)	$34,630	$16.65
10	Washington (WA)	$34,630	$16.65
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Teacher Assistants

Teacher Assistants 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 Teacher Assistants

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 Teacher Assistants make?

The median annual salary for Teacher Assistants is $30,920 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $16,388, while the top 10% earn $53,182 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Teacher Assistants?

Teacher Assistants earn a median hourly wage of $14.87 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $30,920 annually.

Is Teacher Assistants a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $30,920, Teacher Assistants represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Slower than average (2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Teacher Assistants need?

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