Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary (2025)
Based on 1,388,390 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $47,960 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $57,710 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $63,970 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $81,450 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $104,340 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$48K
25th
$58K
Median
$64K
75th
$81K
90th
$104K
Highest Paying States for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $97,970 |
| California | $95,670 |
| District of Columbia | $93,910 |
| New York | $93,400 |
| Massachusetts | $88,720 |
| Connecticut | $83,380 |
| New Jersey | $82,120 |
| Maryland | $80,090 |
| Rhode Island | $79,660 |
| Alaska | $78,580 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $97,970 per year, while Alaska has an average of $78,580 — a difference of $19,390. 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 Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 1,388,390 workers were employed as Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Educations in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Educational Instruction and Library Occupations. The annual mean wage of $72,650 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-2021