Adult Basic Education Instructor Salary in the United States

How much does an Adult Basic Education Instructor make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Adult Basic Education Instructor in the United States is $53,689 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, an Adult Basic Education Instructor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,546
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,477 to $60,942
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,911
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Adult Basic Education Instructor Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $60,942 $5,078 $1,172 $29
Average $53,689 $4,474 $1,032 $26
25th Percentile $46,477 $3,873 $894 $22
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Key Factors That Influence Adult Basic Education Instructor Salaries

An Adult Basic Education Instructor'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Adult Basic Education Instructor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Adult Basic Education Instructor'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): $49,618
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $49,851
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,681
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $55,502
  • Expert (over 8 years): $55,703
Levels Salary
Entry Level Adult Basic Education Instructor$49,618
Intermediate Level Adult Basic Education Instructor$49,851
Senior Level Adult Basic Education Instructor$52,681
Specialist Level Adult Basic Education Instructor$55,502
Expert Level Adult Basic Education Instructor$55,703
$49,618 0 yr
$49,851 < 2 yrs
$52,681 2-4 yrs
$55,502 5-8 yrs
$55,703 > 8 yrs
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How Do Adult Basic Education Instructor 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 Adult Basic Education Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $59,444.
  • California: $59,219.
  • Massachusetts: $58,429.

Top Paying Cities for Adult Basic Education Instructors

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: $67,717
  • San Francisco: $67,052
  • Oakland: $65,565

What Skills Can Increase an Adult Basic Education Instructor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 4.64% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • CPR (Mentioned in 5.18% 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.
  • Tutoring (Mentioned in 3.17% Job Postings): A Tutor is responsible for helping students learn and understand new concepts and complete assignments.
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Leadership 4.64%
CPR 5.18%
Tutoring 3.17%
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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 an Adult Basic Education Instructor's salary.
  • Conflict Resolution: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Conflict Resolution
 $57,447
7%
Project Management
 $56,373
5%
Coordination
 $56,373
5%
Budgeting
 $56,373
5%
Decision Making
 $56,373
5%
Analysis
 $55,836
4%
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How Education impacts an Adult Basic Education Instructor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Adult Basic Education Instructors enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Adult Basic Education Instructor with a Bachelor's Degree is between $54,398 and $60,944).

Adult Basic Education Instructor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Adult Basic Education Instructor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.6%
High School 7.3%
Associates 7.3%
Bachelors 37.9%
Masters 43.5%
Doctorate 2.4%
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Adult Basic Education Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Adult Basic Education Instructor'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.

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$46,477
Average $53,689/year
$60,942
$3,873
Average $4,474/month
$5,078
$894
Average $1,032/week
$1,172
$22
Average $26/hour
$29
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $60,942 $5,078 $1,172 $29
Average $53,689 $4,474 $1,032 $26
25th Percentile $46,477 $3,873 $894 $22

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Salary Trends for Adult Basic Education Instructor

Salaries for an Adult Basic Education Instructor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $53,642 in 2023 to around $52,460 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Adult Basic Education Instructor salary trends, .

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