English Teacher Salary
Real, self-reported pay data from English / ELA Teachers across the US — 11 submissions and counting.
English / ELA Teacher Salaries
| Date ↓ | State | Position | Salary | Education | Exp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3d ago | California | High School | $70,000 | Master's | 3yr |
| 5d ago | Washington | High School | $100,000 | Master's | 7yr |
| 6d ago | New Jersey | Middle School | $61,000 | Bachelor's | 0yr |
| 6d ago | North Carolina | High School | $50,500 | Bachelor's | 3yr |
| 7d ago | Florida | High School | $55,000 | Master's | 20yr |
| 8d ago | California | High School | $80,000 | Master's | 3yr |
| 9d ago | Washington | High School | $148,000 | Master's | 24yr |
| 9d ago | California | High School | $134,000 | Master's | 12yr |
| 11d ago | Arizona | Other | $39,000 | Bachelor's | 9yr |
| 12d ago | Illinois | High School | $88,000 | Bachelor's | 11yr |
| 15d ago | Connecticut | Middle School | $80,000 | Master's | 14yr |
People Also Ask
How much does a English / ELA Teacher make?+
Based on self-reported salaries on TeacherSalary.org, the average English / ELA Teacher salary in the US is $82,318. Pay varies significantly by state, district, and years of experience.
What state pays English / ELA Teachers the most?+
Among states with reported data, California has the most English / ELA Teacher submissions. California, Washington, and New York typically offer the highest teacher salaries nationally.
What degree do you need to be a English / ELA Teacher?+
Most public school English / ELA Teacher positions require at minimum a bachelor's degree plus a state teaching license. Many districts pay higher on the salary schedule for a master's degree or additional graduate credits.
Is English / ELA Teacher a good career?+
Teaching offers strong job stability, summers off, and defined-benefit pension plans in most states. Salary has historically lagged other degree-requiring professions, but benefits, schedule, and job security make it attractive for many. Use this database to compare pay in specific states and districts before accepting a position.
What is the starting salary for a English / ELA Teacher?+
Starting salaries for English / ELA Teachers vary widely — from around $35,000 in some Southern states to over $60,000 in California, New York, and Washington. A teacher with a bachelor's degree and no experience typically starts at the bottom of the district's salary schedule.
Do English / ELA Teachers get a pension?+
Most public school English / ELA Teachers are enrolled in their state's defined-benefit pension system. Pension vesting typically requires 5–10 years of service. Teachers at private or charter schools may not be covered by the state pension.
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