What are the main factors that influence a Prison Teacher's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Prison Teacher?

Prison Teacher salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Prison Teacher roles are District of Columbia $59,490, California $59,265, Massachusetts $58,475. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Prison Teacher roles make?

Salaries for Prison Teacher level roles vary by specialization: Prison Chaplain: $63,722; Teacher and Teacher Assistant: $55,480; Teacher Kindergarten: $54,287; Teacher: $53,940; Public School Teacher: $53,544.

Prison Teacher Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Prison Teacher make in Hawaii?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Prison Teacher in Hawaii is $56,159 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,675
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,162 to $68,468
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,150

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Prison Teacher Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,468	$5,706	$1,317	$33
Average	$56,159	$4,680	$1,080	$27
25th Percentile	$45,162	$3,763	$868	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Prison Teacher Salaries

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

How Do Prison 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 Prison Teachers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,490.
California: $59,265.
Massachusetts: $58,475.

District of Columbia $59,490 California $59,265 Massachusetts $58,475 Washington $58,260 New Jersey $58,238 Alaska $58,163 Connecticut $57,422 New York $57,121

Hawaii $56,159 Rhode Island $55,708 Maryland $55,401 Minnesota $54,982 Colorado $54,821 Illinois $54,767 Oregon $54,563 Delaware $54,413

New Hampshire $54,318 Virginia $54,107 Pennsylvania $53,489 Nevada $53,177 North Dakota $53,075 Michigan $52,914 Wisconsin $52,855 Vermont $52,736

Texas $52,409 Maine $52,387 Arizona $52,355 Ohio $52,317 Georgia $51,823 Indiana $51,576 Wyoming $51,527 Utah $51,452

Iowa $51,420 Kansas $51,162 Louisiana $51,087 North Carolina $51,060 Missouri $51,049 Florida $50,840 Montana $50,727 Nebraska $50,619

Kentucky $50,560 South Carolina $50,345 Tennessee $50,211 Idaho $50,157 New Mexico $49,765 Oklahoma $49,679 Alabama $49,362 South Dakota $48,830

Arkansas $48,540 West Virginia $48,384 Mississippi $47,917

Top Paying Cities for Prison 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:

Aiea: $55,855
Anahola: $55,123
Captain Cook: $55,067

Aiea, HI $55,855 Anahola, HI $55,123 Captain Cook, HI $55,067 Eleele, HI $55,234 Ewa Beach, HI $55,805 Kapolei, HI $55,761 Haiku, HI $55,163 Hakalau, HI $55,040

Haleiwa, HI $55,653 Hana, HI $55,032 Hanalei, HI $55,051 Hanamaulu, HI $55,162 Hanapepe, HI $55,232 Hauula, HI $55,738 Hawaii National Park, HI $55,104 Hawi, HI $55,195

Hilo, HI $55,157 Princeville, HI $55,151 Holualoa, HI $55,089 Honaunau, HI $54,994 Honokaa, HI $55,065 Honomu, HI $55,152 Hoolehua, HI $54,994 Kaaawa, HI $55,757

Kahuku, HI $55,637 Kahului, HI $55,291 Kailua, HI $55,837 Ocean View, HI $55,135 Waikoloa, HI $55,130 Keauhou, HI $55,089 Kailua Kona, HI $55,156 Kalaheo, HI $55,168

Kalaupapa, HI $54,944 Kamuela, HI $55,093 Kaneohe, HI $55,825 Kapaa, HI $55,228 Kaumakani, HI $55,258 Kaunakakai, HI $55,060 Keaau, HI $55,195 Kealakekua, HI $55,166

Kealia, HI $55,184 Kekaha, HI $55,128 Kihei, HI $55,234 Kilauea, HI $55,152 Kapaau, HI $55,110 Koloa, HI $55,176 Kualapuu, HI $55,044 Kunia, HI $55,743

Kurtistown, HI $55,167 Lahaina, HI $55,177 Laie, HI $55,686 Lanai City, HI $55,044 Laupahoehoe, HI $55,182 Lawai, HI $55,258 Lihue, HI $55,162 Makawao, HI $55,206

Makaweli, HI $55,040 Maunaloa, HI $54,911 Mountain View, HI $55,138 Naalehu, HI $55,026 Ninole, HI $54,989 Ookala, HI $55,007 Paauilo, HI $55,074 Pahala, HI $55,041

Pahoa, HI $55,114 Paia, HI $55,180 Papaaloa, HI $55,190 Papaikou, HI $55,075 Pearl City, HI $55,815 Pepeekeo, HI $55,182 Puunene, HI $55,291 Volcano, HI $55,104

Wahiawa, HI $55,719 Pukalani, HI $55,206 Mililani, HI $55,786 Kula, HI $55,092 Waialua, HI $55,623 Waianae, HI $55,675 Wailuku, HI $55,205 Waimanalo, HI $55,826

Waimea, HI $55,253 Waipahu, HI $55,790 Honolulu, HI $55,874 J B P H H, HI $55,865 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $55,749 Schofield Barracks, HI $55,733 Fort Shafter, HI $55,874 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $55,874

Camp H M Smith, HI $55,862 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $55,808 Wake Island, HI $55,874

Prison Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Prison 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 August 01, 2026

$45,162

Average $56,159/year

$68,468

$3,763

Average $4,680/month

$5,706

$868

Average $1,080/week

$1,317

$22

Average $27/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,468	$5,706	$1,317	$33
Average	$56,159	$4,680	$1,080	$27
25th Percentile	$45,162	$3,763	$868	$22

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Prison Teacher Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Prison Teacher make in Hawaii?

Key Factors That Influence Prison Teacher Salaries

How Do Prison Teacher Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Prison Teachers

Prison Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Prison Teacher

Find Your Next Prison Teacher Job

Cost of Living In Hawaii

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