What are the main factors that influence a School 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 School Teacher?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for School Teacher roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A School Teacher's salary?

A School Teacher's salary grows with experience: starting around $51,461 for beginners, reaching about $54,674 at mid-level, and approach $57,733 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a School Teacher?

School Teacher salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for School Teacher roles are District of Columbia $59,776, California $59,549, Massachusetts $58,756. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of School Teacher roles make?

Salaries for School Teacher level roles vary by specialization: After School Teacher: $61,560; Primary School Teacher: $60,900; Teacher Elementary School: $60,812; High School Teacher: $54,800; Teacher Secondary School: $54,799.

School Teacher Salary in Delaware

How much does a School Teacher make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a School Teacher in Delaware is $54,674 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,920
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,667 to $61,607
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,378

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School Teacher Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,607	$5,134	$1,185	$30
Average	$54,674	$4,556	$1,051	$26
25th Percentile	$46,667	$3,889	$897	$22

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Key Factors That Influence School Teacher Salaries

A School 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 School Teacher Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a School 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): $51,461
Early Career (1-2 years): $51,706
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,674
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $57,529
Expert (over 8 years): $57,733

Levels	Salary
Entry Level School Teacher	$51,461
Intermediate Level School Teacher	$51,706
Senior Level School Teacher	$54,674
Specialist Level School Teacher	$57,529
Expert Level School Teacher	$57,733

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

District of Columbia: $59,776.
California: $59,549.
Massachusetts: $58,756.

District of Columbia $59,776 California $59,549 Massachusetts $58,756 Washington $58,540 New Jersey $58,518 Alaska $58,443 Connecticut $57,698 New York $57,395

Hawaii $56,429 Rhode Island $55,975 Maryland $55,668 Minnesota $55,246 Colorado $55,084 Illinois $55,030 Oregon $54,825 Delaware $54,674

New Hampshire $54,579 Virginia $54,366 Pennsylvania $53,746 Nevada $53,432 North Dakota $53,330 Michigan $53,168 Wisconsin $53,108 Vermont $52,990

Texas $52,660 Maine $52,639 Arizona $52,606 Ohio $52,569 Georgia $52,072 Indiana $51,824 Wyoming $51,775 Utah $51,699

Iowa $51,667 Kansas $51,408 Louisiana $51,332 North Carolina $51,305 Missouri $51,294 Florida $51,084 Montana $50,971 Nebraska $50,863

Kentucky $50,803 South Carolina $50,587 Tennessee $50,452 Idaho $50,398 New Mexico $50,004 Oklahoma $49,918 Alabama $49,599 South Dakota $49,065

Arkansas $48,773 West Virginia $48,617 Mississippi $48,147

Top Paying Cities for School 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: $54,428
Little Creek: $54,826
Magnolia: $54,748

Lincoln, DE $54,428 Little Creek, DE $54,826 Magnolia, DE $54,748 Milford, DE $54,566 Marydel, DE $54,656 Millsboro, DE $54,200 Millville, DE $54,283 Milton, DE $54,377

Nassau, DE $54,417 Ocean View, DE $54,274 Rehoboth Beach, DE $54,378 Seaford, DE $54,409 Selbyville, DE $54,184 Smyrna, DE $54,864 Viola, DE $54,612 Woodside, DE $54,758

Bear, DE $54,632 Newark, DE $54,612 Claymont, DE $54,723 Delaware City, DE $54,666 Hockessin, DE $54,607 Kirkwood, DE $54,656 Middletown, DE $54,677 Montchanin, DE $54,619

New Castle, DE $54,627 Odessa, DE $54,704 Port Penn, DE $54,741 Rockland, DE $54,624 Saint Georges, DE $54,660 Townsend, DE $54,744 Winterthur, DE $54,631 Lewes, DE $54,398

Wilmington, DE $54,609 Dover, DE $54,826 Dover Afb, DE $54,538 Bethany Beach, DE $54,217 Bethel, DE $54,273 Bridgeville, DE $54,401 Camden Wyoming, DE $54,672 Cheswold, DE $54,809

Clayton, DE $54,810 Dagsboro, DE $54,179 Delmar, DE $54,092 Ellendale, DE $54,256 Felton, DE $54,562 Fenwick Island, DE $54,191 Frankford, DE $54,096 Frederica, DE $54,616

Georgetown, DE $54,159 Greenwood, DE $54,410 Harbeson, DE $54,216 Harrington, DE $54,493 Hartly, DE $54,662 Houston, DE $54,415 Kenton, DE $54,813 Laurel, DE $54,126

Yorklyn, DE $54,623

School Teacher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For School Teacher roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, School Teacher positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view School Teacher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a School Teacher

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$65,609	$32.0	20%
Software & Networking	$65,609	$32.0	20%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$60,142	$29.0	10%

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

Understanding how a School 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

$46,667

Average $54,674/year

$61,607

$3,889

Average $4,556/month

$5,134

$897

Average $1,051/week

$1,185

$22

Average $26/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,607	$5,134	$1,185	$30
Average	$54,674	$4,556	$1,051	$26
25th Percentile	$46,667	$3,889	$897	$22

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