6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher Salary in the United States

How much does a 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher in the United States is $54,926 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,757
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,479 to $62,166
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,698
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6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $62,166 $5,180 $1,195 $30
Average $54,926 $4,577 $1,056 $26
25th Percentile $47,479 $3,957 $913 $23
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Key Factors That Influence 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher Salaries

A 6th & 7th Grade Math 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 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a 6th & 7th Grade Math 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): $50,751
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $50,994
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,921
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $56,736
  • Expert (over 8 years): $56,937
Levels Salary
Entry Level 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher$50,751
Intermediate Level 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher$50,994
Senior Level 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher$53,921
Specialist Level 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher$56,736
Expert Level 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher$56,937
$50,751 0 yr
$50,994 < 2 yrs
$53,921 2-4 yrs
$56,736 5-8 yrs
$56,937 > 8 yrs
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How Do 6th & 7th Grade Math 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 6th & 7th Grade Math Teachers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $60,814.
  • California: $60,584.
  • Massachusetts: $59,776.

Top Paying Cities for 6th & 7th Grade Math 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:

  • San Jose: $69,279
  • San Francisco: $68,520
  • Oakland: $67,076

What Skills Can Increase a 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher'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 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher'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
$65,912
20%
Collaboration
$57,123
4%
Coaching
$57,123
4%
Digital Photography
$56,574
3%
Adobe Premiere Pro
$56,574
3%
Initiative
$56,025
2%
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6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher 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, 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$60,419$29.010%
Hospitality & Leisure$57,673$28.05%

6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a 6th & 7th Grade Math 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

Salary Trends for 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher

Salaries for a 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $53,184 in 2023 to around $52,012 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher salary trends, .

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FAQ about 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher

1. What industry pays the highest salary for 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for 6th & 7th Grade Math Teacher roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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