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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Lead Teacher?

The Education industry offers the highest average compensation for Lead Teacher roles, with salaries approximately 5% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lead Teacher's salary?

A Lead Teacher's salary grows with experience: an Assistant School Principal (0-5 years)earns $97,337, a Lead Teacher (5+ years)earns $106,348, a School Superintendent (5+ years)earns $159,317,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Teacher?

Lead Teacher salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Teacher roles are District of Columbia $117,340, California $116,895, Massachusetts $115,337. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Teacher roles make?

Salaries for Lead Teacher level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Lead Teacher: $56,188; Lead and assistant teacher: $54,888; Elementary Lead Teacher: $53,007; Kindergarten Lead Teacher: $46,702; Lead Infant Teacher: $43,985.

Lead Teacher Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Teacher make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Teacher in Delaware is $107,325 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $132,712
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,351 to $120,614
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,540

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Lead Teacher Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,614	$10,051	$2,319	$58
Average	$107,325	$8,944	$2,064	$52
25th Percentile	$94,351	$7,863	$1,814	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Teacher Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $117,340.
California: $116,895.
Massachusetts: $115,337.

District of Columbia $117,340 California $116,895 Massachusetts $115,337 Washington $114,913 New Jersey $114,871 Alaska $114,722 Connecticut $113,260 New York $112,666

Hawaii $110,769 Rhode Island $109,879 Maryland $109,275 Minnesota $108,448 Colorado $108,130 Illinois $108,024 Oregon $107,622 Delaware $107,325

New Hampshire $107,138 Virginia $106,721 Pennsylvania $105,502 Nevada $104,887 North Dakota $104,686 Michigan $104,368 Wisconsin $104,252 Vermont $104,018

Texas $103,372 Maine $103,330 Arizona $103,266 Ohio $103,192 Georgia $102,217 Indiana $101,729 Wyoming $101,634 Utah $101,485

Iowa $101,422 Kansas $100,913 Louisiana $100,765 North Carolina $100,712 Missouri $100,691 Florida $100,277 Montana $100,055 Nebraska $99,843

Kentucky $99,726 South Carolina $99,302 Tennessee $99,037 Idaho $98,931 New Mexico $98,158 Oklahoma $97,988 Alabama $97,363 South Dakota $96,314

Arkansas $95,741 West Virginia $95,434 Mississippi $94,512

Top Paying Cities for Lead 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: $106,842
Little Creek: $107,624
Magnolia: $107,469

Lincoln, DE $106,842 Little Creek, DE $107,624 Magnolia, DE $107,469 Milford, DE $107,113 Marydel, DE $107,289 Millsboro, DE $106,393 Millville, DE $106,558 Milton, DE $106,742

Nassau, DE $106,819 Ocean View, DE $106,540 Rehoboth Beach, DE $106,744 Seaford, DE $106,805 Selbyville, DE $106,363 Smyrna, DE $107,698 Viola, DE $107,202 Woodside, DE $107,490

Bear, DE $107,242 Newark, DE $107,202 Claymont, DE $107,421 Delaware City, DE $107,309 Hockessin, DE $107,192 Kirkwood, DE $107,289 Middletown, DE $107,330 Montchanin, DE $107,217

New Castle, DE $107,233 Odessa, DE $107,383 Port Penn, DE $107,455 Rockland, DE $107,227 Saint Georges, DE $107,296 Townsend, DE $107,462 Winterthur, DE $107,240 Lewes, DE $106,783

Wilmington, DE $107,198 Dover, DE $107,624 Dover Afb, DE $107,057 Bethany Beach, DE $106,427 Bethel, DE $106,538 Bridgeville, DE $106,789 Camden Wyoming, DE $107,321 Cheswold, DE $107,589

Clayton, DE $107,592 Dagsboro, DE $106,353 Delmar, DE $106,182 Ellendale, DE $106,505 Felton, DE $107,104 Fenwick Island, DE $106,376 Frankford, DE $106,191 Frederica, DE $107,210

Georgetown, DE $106,313 Greenwood, DE $106,806 Harbeson, DE $106,426 Harrington, DE $106,969 Hartly, DE $107,302 Houston, DE $106,816 Kenton, DE $107,597 Laurel, DE $106,249

Yorklyn, DE $107,224

Lead Teacher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead Teacher roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 10% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Education, offers compensation 5% above the average. Conversely, Lead Teacher positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Lead Teacher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Lead Teacher

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Education	$112,691	$54.0	5%

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

Understanding how a Lead 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 July 01, 2026

$94,351

Average $107,325/year

$120,614

$7,863

Average $8,944/month

$10,051

$1,814

Average $2,064/week

$2,319

$45

Average $52/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,614	$10,051	$2,319	$58
Average	$107,325	$8,944	$2,064	$52
25th Percentile	$94,351	$7,863	$1,814	$45

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