Secondary School Teacher Salary in Los Angeles, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$72,488
Hourly Rate
$34.85
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,394
employed
Secondary School Teacher Salary Range in Los Angeles, CA
Annual Salary Range
$48k
10th percentile
$60k
25th
$87k
75th
$107k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $47,815 | $22.99 |
| 25th Percentile | $59,720 | $28.71 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $72,488 | $34.85 |
| 75th Percentile | $87,166 | $41.91 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $106,700 | $51.30 |
| Average (Mean) | $77,487 | $37.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Secondary School Teacher salary in Los Angeles, CA is $72,488 per year or $34.85 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Los Angeles, CA Compares
vs National Average
$65,220
vs California Average
$70,066
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$49,548
Cost of living in Los Angeles, CA is 46.3% above the national average.
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