Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors Salary (2025)
Based on 37,310 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $41,810 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $49,100 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $61,540 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $77,690 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $98,030 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$42K
25th
$49K
Median
$62K
75th
$78K
90th
$98K
Highest Paying States for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $97,890 |
| New York | $86,880 |
| Oregon | $80,160 |
| New Jersey | $77,410 |
| Delaware | $76,660 |
| Minnesota | $75,930 |
| District of Columbia | $72,130 |
| Washington | $71,640 |
| Connecticut | $70,930 |
| Virginia | $70,180 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $97,890 per year, while Virginia has an average of $70,180 — a difference of $27,710. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 37,310 workers were employed as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Educational Instruction and Library Occupations. The annual mean wage of $65,860 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-3011