What are the main factors that influence a Social Studies 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 Social Studies Teacher?

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

How does experience change A Social Studies Teacher's salary?

A Social Studies Teacher's salary grows with experience: an Social Studies Teacher (0-0 years)earns $64,873, an Asst. Professor - Geological Sciences (0-0 years)earns $72,592, an Assoc. Professor - Geological Sciences (0-0 years)earns $89,321, a Professor - Geological Sciences (0-0 years)earns $113,450,

What are the highest paying states for a Social Studies Teacher?

Social Studies Teacher salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Social Studies Teacher roles are District of Columbia $71,640, California $71,368, Massachusetts $70,417. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Social Studies Teacher roles make?

Salaries for Social Studies Teacher level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Studies: $176,695; 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher: $56,102; Religious Studies Teacher: $55,921; 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher: $55,640; Math and Social Studies Teacher: $55,015.

Social Studies Teacher Salary in Delaware

How much does a Social Studies Teacher make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Social Studies Teacher in Delaware is $65,526 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,476
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,895 to $74,398
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,037

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Social Studies Teacher Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,398	$6,200	$1,431	$36
Average	$65,526	$5,460	$1,260	$32
25th Percentile	$56,895	$4,741	$1,094	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Social Studies Teacher Salaries

A Social Studies 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 Do Social Studies 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 Social Studies Teachers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,640.
California: $71,368.
Massachusetts: $70,417.

District of Columbia $71,640 California $71,368 Massachusetts $70,417 Washington $70,158 New Jersey $70,133 Alaska $70,042 Connecticut $69,149 New York $68,787

Hawaii $67,629 Rhode Island $67,085 Maryland $66,716 Minnesota $66,212 Colorado $66,017 Illinois $65,953 Oregon $65,707 Delaware $65,526

New Hampshire $65,412 Virginia $65,157 Pennsylvania $64,413 Nevada $64,037 North Dakota $63,915 Michigan $63,720 Wisconsin $63,649 Vermont $63,507

Texas $63,112 Maine $63,086 Arizona $63,047 Ohio $63,002 Georgia $62,407 Indiana $62,109 Wyoming $62,051 Utah $61,960

Iowa $61,922 Kansas $61,611 Louisiana $61,520 North Carolina $61,488 Missouri $61,475 Florida $61,223 Montana $61,087 Nebraska $60,958

Kentucky $60,886 South Carolina $60,628 Tennessee $60,466 Idaho $60,401 New Mexico $59,929 Oklahoma $59,825 Alabama $59,443 South Dakota $58,803

Arkansas $58,454 West Virginia $58,266 Mississippi $57,703

Top Paying Cities for Social Studies 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: $65,231
Little Creek: $65,708
Magnolia: $65,614

Lincoln, DE $65,231 Little Creek, DE $65,708 Magnolia, DE $65,614 Milford, DE $65,396 Marydel, DE $65,504 Millsboro, DE $64,957 Millville, DE $65,057 Milton, DE $65,170

Nassau, DE $65,217 Ocean View, DE $65,046 Rehoboth Beach, DE $65,171 Seaford, DE $65,208 Selbyville, DE $64,938 Smyrna, DE $65,753 Viola, DE $65,451 Woodside, DE $65,627

Bear, DE $65,475 Newark, DE $65,451 Claymont, DE $65,585 Delaware City, DE $65,516 Hockessin, DE $65,445 Kirkwood, DE $65,504 Middletown, DE $65,529 Montchanin, DE $65,460

New Castle, DE $65,469 Odessa, DE $65,561 Port Penn, DE $65,605 Rockland, DE $65,466 Saint Georges, DE $65,508 Townsend, DE $65,609 Winterthur, DE $65,474 Lewes, DE $65,195

Wilmington, DE $65,448 Dover, DE $65,708 Dover Afb, DE $65,362 Bethany Beach, DE $64,978 Bethel, DE $65,045 Bridgeville, DE $65,198 Camden Wyoming, DE $65,523 Cheswold, DE $65,687

Clayton, DE $65,689 Dagsboro, DE $64,932 Delmar, DE $64,828 Ellendale, DE $65,025 Felton, DE $65,391 Fenwick Island, DE $64,947 Frankford, DE $64,833 Frederica, DE $65,456

Georgetown, DE $64,908 Greenwood, DE $65,209 Harbeson, DE $64,977 Harrington, DE $65,308 Hartly, DE $65,511 Houston, DE $65,215 Kenton, DE $65,692 Laurel, DE $64,869

Yorklyn, DE $65,464

Social Studies Teacher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Social Studies Teacher roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Social Studies Teacher positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Social Studies Teacher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Social Studies Teacher

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Government	$78,631	$38.0	20%
Education	$68,802	$33.0	5%

Social Studies Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Social Studies 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

$56,895

Average $65,526/year

$74,398

$4,741

Average $5,460/month

$6,200

$1,094

Average $1,260/week

$1,431

$27

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,398	$6,200	$1,431	$36
Average	$65,526	$5,460	$1,260	$32
25th Percentile	$56,895	$4,741	$1,094	$27

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Social Studies Teacher Salary in Delaware

How much does a Social Studies Teacher make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Social Studies Teacher Salaries

How Do Social Studies Teacher Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Social Studies Teachers

Social Studies Teacher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Social Studies Teacher

Social Studies Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Social Studies Teacher

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Cost of Living In Delaware

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