Teacher Elementary School Salary in California

How much does a Teacher Elementary School make in California?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Teacher Elementary School in California is $67,041 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Teacher Elementary School's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,423
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,946 to $75,616
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,754
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Teacher Elementary School Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $75,616 $6,301 $1,454 $36
Average $67,041 $5,587 $1,289 $32
25th Percentile $56,946 $4,745 $1,095 $27
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Key Factors That Influence Teacher Elementary School Salaries

A Teacher Elementary School's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Teacher Elementary School Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Teacher Elementary School's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $63,726
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $64,028
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,681
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $71,265
  • Expert (over 8 years): $71,521
Levels Salary
Entry Level Teacher Elementary School$63,726
Intermediate Level Teacher Elementary School$64,028
Senior Level Teacher Elementary School$67,681
Specialist Level Teacher Elementary School$71,265
Expert Level Teacher Elementary School$71,521
$63,726 0 yr
$64,028 < 2 yrs
$67,681 2-4 yrs
$71,265 5-8 yrs
$71,521 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Teacher Elementary Schools

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $67,327
  • West Hollywood: $67,327
  • Dodgertown: $67,327

Teacher Elementary School Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Teacher Elementary School's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on March 01, 2026

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