What are the main factors that influence an Elementary Art 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 Elementary Art Teacher?

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

How does experience change An Elementary Art Teacher's salary?

An Elementary Art Teacher's salary grows with experience: starting around $50,089 for beginners, reaching about $53,215 at mid-level, and approach $56,197 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Elementary Art Teacher?

Elementary Art Teacher salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Elementary Art Teacher roles are District of Columbia $58,180, California $57,960, Massachusetts $57,187. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Elementary Art Teacher roles make?

Salaries for Elementary Art Teacher level roles vary by specialization: Elementary Teacher: $61,158; Teacher Elementary School: $60,806; Elementary Science Teacher: $60,029; Elementary Spanish Teacher: $59,785; Upper Elementary Teacher: $58,674.

Elementary Art Teacher Salary in Delaware

How much does an Elementary Art Teacher make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Elementary Art Teacher in Delaware is $53,215 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,129
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,429 to $59,975
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,341

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Elementary Art Teacher Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,975	$4,998	$1,153	$29
Average	$53,215	$4,435	$1,023	$26
25th Percentile	$45,429	$3,786	$874	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Elementary Art Teacher Salaries

An Elementary Art 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 Elementary Art Teacher Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Elementary Art 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): $50,089
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,328
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,215
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $55,998
Expert (over 8 years): $56,197

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Elementary Art Teacher	$50,089
Intermediate Level Elementary Art Teacher	$50,328
Senior Level Elementary Art Teacher	$53,215
Specialist Level Elementary Art Teacher	$55,998
Expert Level Elementary Art Teacher	$56,197

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

District of Columbia: $58,180.
California: $57,960.
Massachusetts: $57,187.

District of Columbia $58,180 California $57,960 Massachusetts $57,187 Washington $56,977 New Jersey $56,956 Alaska $56,882 Connecticut $56,157 New York $55,863

Hawaii $54,922 Rhode Island $54,481 Maryland $54,182 Minnesota $53,772 Colorado $53,614 Illinois $53,561 Oregon $53,362 Delaware $53,215

New Hampshire $53,122 Virginia $52,915 Pennsylvania $52,311 Nevada $52,006 North Dakota $51,906 Michigan $51,749 Wisconsin $51,691 Vermont $51,575

Texas $51,255 Maine $51,234 Arizona $51,202 Ohio $51,165 Georgia $50,682 Indiana $50,440 Wyoming $50,393 Utah $50,319

Iowa $50,288 Kansas $50,036 Louisiana $49,962 North Carolina $49,936 Missouri $49,925 Florida $49,720 Montana $49,610 Nebraska $49,505

Kentucky $49,447 South Carolina $49,237 Tennessee $49,105 Idaho $49,053 New Mexico $48,669 Oklahoma $48,585 Alabama $48,275 South Dakota $47,755

Arkansas $47,471 West Virginia $47,319 Mississippi $46,862

Top Paying Cities for Elementary Art 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: $52,975
Little Creek: $53,363
Magnolia: $53,286

Lincoln, DE $52,975 Little Creek, DE $53,363 Magnolia, DE $53,286 Milford, DE $53,110 Marydel, DE $53,197 Millsboro, DE $52,753 Millville, DE $52,834 Milton, DE $52,926

Nassau, DE $52,964 Ocean View, DE $52,825 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,927 Seaford, DE $52,957 Selbyville, DE $52,738 Smyrna, DE $53,400 Viola, DE $53,154 Woodside, DE $53,297

Bear, DE $53,174 Newark, DE $53,154 Claymont, DE $53,262 Delaware City, DE $53,207 Hockessin, DE $53,149 Kirkwood, DE $53,197 Middletown, DE $53,217 Montchanin, DE $53,161

New Castle, DE $53,169 Odessa, DE $53,244 Port Penn, DE $53,279 Rockland, DE $53,166 Saint Georges, DE $53,200 Townsend, DE $53,282 Winterthur, DE $53,173 Lewes, DE $52,946

Wilmington, DE $53,152 Dover, DE $53,363 Dover Afb, DE $53,082 Bethany Beach, DE $52,770 Bethel, DE $52,824 Bridgeville, DE $52,949 Camden Wyoming, DE $53,213 Cheswold, DE $53,345

Clayton, DE $53,347 Dagsboro, DE $52,733 Delmar, DE $52,648 Ellendale, DE $52,808 Felton, DE $53,105 Fenwick Island, DE $52,744 Frankford, DE $52,652 Frederica, DE $53,158

Georgetown, DE $52,713 Greenwood, DE $52,957 Harbeson, DE $52,769 Harrington, DE $53,038 Hartly, DE $53,203 Houston, DE $52,962 Kenton, DE $53,350 Laurel, DE $52,681

Yorklyn, DE $53,165

Elementary Art Teacher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Elementary Art 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, Elementary Art Teacher positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Elementary Art Teacher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Elementary Art Teacher

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$63,858	$31.0	20%
Software & Networking	$63,858	$31.0	20%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$58,536	$28.0	10%

Elementary Art Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Elementary Art 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

$45,429

Average $53,215/year

$59,975

$3,786

Average $4,435/month

$4,998

$874

Average $1,023/week

$1,153

$22

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,975	$4,998	$1,153	$29
Average	$53,215	$4,435	$1,023	$26
25th Percentile	$45,429	$3,786	$874	$22

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