Middle School History Salary in the United States

How much does a Middle School History make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Middle School History in the United States is $53,469 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,821
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,425 to $60,458
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,192
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Middle School History Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $60,458 $5,038 $1,163 $29
Average $53,469 $4,456 $1,028 $26
25th Percentile $44,425 $3,702 $854 $21
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Key Factors That Influence Middle School History Salaries

A Middle School History'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 Middle School History Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Middle School History'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): $52,589
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $52,840
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,873
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $58,791
  • Expert (over 8 years): $58,999
Levels Salary
Entry Level Middle School History$52,589
Intermediate Level Middle School History$52,840
Senior Level Middle School History$55,873
Specialist Level Middle School History$58,791
Expert Level Middle School History$58,999
$52,589 0 yr
$52,840 < 2 yrs
$55,873 2-4 yrs
$58,791 5-8 yrs
$58,999 > 8 yrs
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How Do Middle School History 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 Middle School Histories. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $59,200.
  • California: $58,976.
  • Massachusetts: $58,190.

Top Paying Cities for Middle School Histories

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:

  • San Jose: $67,440
  • San Francisco: $66,701
  • Oakland: $65,296

What Skills Can Increase a Middle School History's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Learning Strategies (Mentioned in 8.62% Job Postings): A learning strategy is an individual's way of organizing and using a particular set of skills in order to learn content or accomplish other tasks more effectively and efficiently in school as well as in non-academic settings
  • Certification Programs (Mentioned in 5.17% Job Postings): A certificate program is a specialized education designed to develop or strengthen specific career skills. Considered as continuing education in some cases because it builds on your knowledge of a particular career or industry.
  • CPR (Mentioned in 1.72% Job Postings): Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) combines rescue breathing (mouth-to-mouth) and chest compressions to temporarily pump enough blood to the brain until specialized treatment is available.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Learning Strategies 8.62%
Certification Programs 5.17%
CPR 1.72%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Middle School History's salary.
  • Video Production: Can increase your salary by up to 20%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Video Production
$64,162
20%
Collaboration
$55,607
4%
Coaching
$55,607
4%
Digital Photography
$55,073
3%
Adobe Premiere Pro
$55,073
3%
Initiative
$54,538
2%
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Middle School History Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Middle School History roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Middle School History positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Middle School History as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Middle School History

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$58,815$28.010%
Hospitality & Leisure$56,142$27.05%

Middle School History Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Middle School History'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Middle School History

Salaries for a Middle School History can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $55,110 in 2023 to around $53,895 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Middle School History salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Middle School History Over Time

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2023
$55,110
2024
$54,333
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2024 $54,333
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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Middle School History

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Middle School History?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Middle School History roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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