Secondary School Principal Salary

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How much does a Secondary School Principal make? The average Secondary School Principal salary is $119,282 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $105,621 and $134,265. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Middle School Principal
Proximity Learning Inc. - Los Angeles , CA
Salary: We're seeking an Middle School Principal to spearhead our Online School, someone deeply ... Possess a valid Secondary or Principal K-12 Certificate. * 3-5 years of administrative experience ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 10 days ago
Elementary School Principal-Standing Rock Community Schools
STANDING ROCK COMMUNITY SCHOOL - Fort Yates , ND
Must possess a valid Level I Secondary Principal's credential (North Dakota) * Three or more years of school administrative experience preferred. Immediate Supervisor: Superintendent of Schools ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 22 days ago
Value Schools, Principal (Downtown Value School)
Edgility Consulting - Los Angeles , CA
... based elementary and secondary charter schools for populations of students who have been ... As a strategic leader, the Principal will emphasize high expectations for all students and staff ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 11 days ago
Assistant Principal- Vacaville High School Job No. 25-434
Vacaville Unified School District - Vacaville , CA
Job Summary Under professional direction of the school principal, to assist in the administration of a secondary school facility; to plan, develop, organize, coordinate, and supervise the student ...
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Principal - Glendale Campus
Student Choice High School - Glendale , AZ
High School Principal EMPLOYER: Student Choice High School - Glendale Campus SUPERVISOR: Primary ... secondary skills and interests, Mentoring, and student sub-group needs. * Upholds staff ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 22 days ago
Secondary Life Science/Biology Teacher-Mid Aug. through Dec. 2024
The Adelson School - Las Vegas , NV
Middle School Principal and High School Principal The Adelson School is looking for dedicated educators to join our staff for the 2024-25 school year. With class sizes that average 15 students and ...
ZipRecruiter - 51 days ago

Secondary School Principal Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Secondary School Principal between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of March 26, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Secondary School Principal in each city.

Secondary School Principal Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $149,102
Washington, DC $132,761
Miami, FL $115,107
Chicago, IL $125,127
Boston, MA $133,715
New York, NY $139,321
Dallas, TX $117,731
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Average Salary Range for Secondary School Principal

Average Base Salary

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134265
119282

Average Total Cash Compensation

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105621
134265
119282
What is the average salary for Secondary School Principal in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Secondary School Principal in the United States. The base salary for Secondary School Principal ranges from $105,621 to $134,265 with the average base salary of $119,282. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $105,621 to $134,265 with the average total cash compensation of $119,282.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $119,282 $105,621 - $134,265
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $119,282 $105,621 - $134,265
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

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What's the difference between Teacher Secondary School and Secondary School Principal?
According to our latest salary estimation on March 26, 2024. The average salary of Secondary School Principal is $119,282, and the average salary of Teacher Secondary School is $65,718. The average salary of Teacher Secondary School is lower than Secondary School Principal. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
I am a Secondary School Principal, which location’s salary is higher, Oxnard, CA or Hutchinson, KS?
Oxnard, CA typically sees higher pay than Hutchinson, KS for Secondary School Principal. a Secondary School Principal Salary in Oxnard, CA is $127,870 as of March 26, 2024; a Secondary School Principal Salary in Hutchinson, KS is $110,216 as of March 26, 2024. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )

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Why does the salary of a Secondary School Principal vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Salary ranges for a Secondary School Principal can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Last Update: March 26, 2024