What are the main factors that influence an Elementary Substitute Teacher's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Elementary Substitute Teacher's salary?

An Elementary Substitute Teacher's salary grows with experience: starting around $59,794 for beginners, reaching about $63,521 at mid-level, and approach $67,091 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Elementary Substitute Teacher?

Elementary Substitute Teacher salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Elementary Substitute Teacher roles are District of Columbia $66,463, California $66,211, Massachusetts $65,328. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Elementary Substitute Teacher roles make?

Salaries for Elementary Substitute Teacher level roles vary by specialization: Elementary Teacher: $61,147; Teacher Elementary School: $60,793; Building Substitute Teacher: $53,044; Permanent Substitute Teacher: $50,230; Certified Substitute Teacher: $46,980.

Elementary Substitute Teacher Salary in Delaware

How much does an Elementary Substitute Teacher make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Elementary Substitute Teacher in Delaware is $60,790 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,011
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,540 to $68,758
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,208

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Elementary Substitute Teacher Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,758	$5,730	$1,322	$33
Average	$60,790	$5,066	$1,169	$29
25th Percentile	$50,540	$4,212	$972	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Elementary Substitute Teacher Salaries

An Elementary Substitute Teacher'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 Elementary Substitute Teacher Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Elementary Substitute Teacher'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): $59,794
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,078
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,521
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,853
Expert (over 8 years): $67,091

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Elementary Substitute Teacher	$59,794
Intermediate Level Elementary Substitute Teacher	$60,078
Senior Level Elementary Substitute Teacher	$63,521
Specialist Level Elementary Substitute Teacher	$66,853
Expert Level Elementary Substitute Teacher	$67,091

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How Do Elementary Substitute Teacher Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Elementary Substitute Teachers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,463.
California: $66,211.
Massachusetts: $65,328.

District of Columbia $66,463 California $66,211 Massachusetts $65,328 Washington $65,088 New Jersey $65,064 Alaska $64,980 Connecticut $64,152 New York $63,816

Hawaii $62,741 Rhode Island $62,237 Maryland $61,895 Minnesota $61,427 Colorado $61,246 Illinois $61,186 Oregon $60,958 Delaware $60,790

New Hampshire $60,685 Virginia $60,448 Pennsylvania $59,758 Nevada $59,410 North Dakota $59,296 Michigan $59,115 Wisconsin $59,049 Vermont $58,917

Texas $58,551 Maine $58,527 Arizona $58,491 Ohio $58,449 Georgia $57,897 Indiana $57,621 Wyoming $57,567 Utah $57,483

Iowa $57,447 Kansas $57,159 Louisiana $57,075 North Carolina $57,045 Missouri $57,033 Florida $56,798 Montana $56,672 Nebraska $56,552

Kentucky $56,486 South Carolina $56,246 Tennessee $56,096 Idaho $56,036 New Mexico $55,598 Oklahoma $55,502 Alabama $55,148 South Dakota $54,553

Arkansas $54,229 West Virginia $54,055 Mississippi $53,533

Top Paying Cities for Elementary Substitute Teachers

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:

Lincoln: $60,517
Little Creek: $60,960
Magnolia: $60,872

Lincoln, DE $60,517 Little Creek, DE $60,960 Magnolia, DE $60,872 Milford, DE $60,670 Marydel, DE $60,770 Millsboro, DE $60,263 Millville, DE $60,356 Milton, DE $60,460

Nassau, DE $60,504 Ocean View, DE $60,345 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,461 Seaford, DE $60,496 Selbyville, DE $60,245 Smyrna, DE $61,002 Viola, DE $60,721 Woodside, DE $60,884

Bear, DE $60,743 Newark, DE $60,721 Claymont, DE $60,845 Delaware City, DE $60,781 Hockessin, DE $60,715 Kirkwood, DE $60,770 Middletown, DE $60,793 Montchanin, DE $60,729

New Castle, DE $60,738 Odessa, DE $60,823 Port Penn, DE $60,864 Rockland, DE $60,735 Saint Georges, DE $60,774 Townsend, DE $60,868 Winterthur, DE $60,742 Lewes, DE $60,484

Wilmington, DE $60,718 Dover, DE $60,960 Dover Afb, DE $60,638 Bethany Beach, DE $60,282 Bethel, DE $60,344 Bridgeville, DE $60,487 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,788 Cheswold, DE $60,940

Clayton, DE $60,942 Dagsboro, DE $60,240 Delmar, DE $60,143 Ellendale, DE $60,326 Felton, DE $60,665 Fenwick Island, DE $60,253 Frankford, DE $60,148 Frederica, DE $60,725

Georgetown, DE $60,217 Greenwood, DE $60,496 Harbeson, DE $60,281 Harrington, DE $60,589 Hartly, DE $60,777 Houston, DE $60,502 Kenton, DE $60,945 Laurel, DE $60,181

Yorklyn, DE $60,733

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

Understanding how an Elementary Substitute Teacher'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 May 01, 2026

$50,540

Average $60,790/year

$68,758

$4,212

Average $5,066/month

$5,730

$972

Average $1,169/week

$1,322

$24

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,758	$5,730	$1,322	$33
Average	$60,790	$5,066	$1,169	$29
25th Percentile	$50,540	$4,212	$972	$24

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