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

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

How does experience change A Primary Teacher's salary?

A Primary Teacher's salary grows with experience: starting around $52,129 for beginners, reaching about $55,382 at mid-level, and approach $58,486 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Primary Teacher?

Primary Teacher salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Primary Teacher roles are District of Columbia $60,550, California $60,320, Massachusetts $59,517. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Primary Teacher roles make?

Salaries for Primary Teacher level roles vary by specialization: Primary Care Physician: $242,402; Primary Care Manager: $109,974; Primary Care Psychologist: $97,218; Primary Therapist: $92,150; Primary Counselor: $61,498.

Primary Teacher Salary in Delaware

How much does a Primary Teacher make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Primary Teacher in Delaware is $55,382 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,823
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,280 to $62,417
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,903

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Primary Teacher Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,417	$5,201	$1,200	$30
Average	$55,382	$4,615	$1,065	$27
25th Percentile	$47,280	$3,940	$909	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Primary Teacher Salaries

A Primary 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 Primary Teacher Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Primary 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): $52,129
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,378
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,382
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $58,279
Expert (over 8 years): $58,486

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Primary Teacher	$52,129
Intermediate Level Primary Teacher	$52,378
Senior Level Primary Teacher	$55,382
Specialist Level Primary Teacher	$58,279
Expert Level Primary Teacher	$58,486

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

District of Columbia: $60,550.
California: $60,320.
Massachusetts: $59,517.

District of Columbia $60,550 California $60,320 Massachusetts $59,517 Washington $59,298 New Jersey $59,276 Alaska $59,199 Connecticut $58,445 New York $58,138

Hawaii $57,159 Rhode Island $56,700 Maryland $56,388 Minnesota $55,962 Colorado $55,798 Illinois $55,743 Oregon $55,535 Delaware $55,382

New Hampshire $55,286 Virginia $55,070 Pennsylvania $54,442 Nevada $54,124 North Dakota $54,020 Michigan $53,856 Wisconsin $53,796 Vermont $53,676

Texas $53,342 Maine $53,320 Arizona $53,288 Ohio $53,249 Georgia $52,746 Indiana $52,495 Wyoming $52,445 Utah $52,369

Iowa $52,336 Kansas $52,074 Louisiana $51,997 North Carolina $51,970 Missouri $51,959 Florida $51,745 Montana $51,631 Nebraska $51,521

Kentucky $51,461 South Carolina $51,242 Tennessee $51,106 Idaho $51,051 New Mexico $50,652 Oklahoma $50,564 Alabama $50,241 South Dakota $49,700

Arkansas $49,405 West Virginia $49,246 Mississippi $48,770

Top Paying Cities for Primary 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: $55,133
Little Creek: $55,536
Magnolia: $55,457

Lincoln, DE $55,133 Little Creek, DE $55,536 Magnolia, DE $55,457 Milford, DE $55,273 Marydel, DE $55,364 Millsboro, DE $54,901 Millville, DE $54,986 Milton, DE $55,081

Nassau, DE $55,121 Ocean View, DE $54,977 Rehoboth Beach, DE $55,082 Seaford, DE $55,114 Selbyville, DE $54,886 Smyrna, DE $55,575 Viola, DE $55,319 Woodside, DE $55,467

Bear, DE $55,339 Newark, DE $55,319 Claymont, DE $55,432 Delaware City, DE $55,374 Hockessin, DE $55,314 Kirkwood, DE $55,364 Middletown, DE $55,385 Montchanin, DE $55,326

New Castle, DE $55,335 Odessa, DE $55,412 Port Penn, DE $55,449 Rockland, DE $55,332 Saint Georges, DE $55,367 Townsend, DE $55,453 Winterthur, DE $55,338 Lewes, DE $55,103

Wilmington, DE $55,317 Dover, DE $55,536 Dover Afb, DE $55,244 Bethany Beach, DE $54,919 Bethel, DE $54,976 Bridgeville, DE $55,105 Camden Wyoming, DE $55,380 Cheswold, DE $55,518

Clayton, DE $55,520 Dagsboro, DE $54,881 Delmar, DE $54,793 Ellendale, DE $54,959 Felton, DE $55,268 Fenwick Island, DE $54,893 Frankford, DE $54,797 Frederica, DE $55,323

Georgetown, DE $54,860 Greenwood, DE $55,114 Harbeson, DE $54,918 Harrington, DE $55,198 Hartly, DE $55,370 Houston, DE $55,120 Kenton, DE $55,523 Laurel, DE $54,827

Yorklyn, DE $55,330

Primary Teacher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for a Primary Teacher

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$66,459	$32.0	20%
Software & Networking	$66,459	$32.0	20%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$60,920	$29.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Primary 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

$47,280

Average $55,382/year

$62,417

$3,940

Average $4,615/month

$5,201

$909

Average $1,065/week

$1,200

$23

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,417	$5,201	$1,200	$30
Average	$55,382	$4,615	$1,065	$27
25th Percentile	$47,280	$3,940	$909	$23

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