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Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in California
Ranked #2 of 50 · CA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of kindergarten teachers, except special educations in California earn between $53,210 and $124,400. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean kindergarten teachers, except special education salary in California is $88,160, about 27.1% above the U.S. average ($69,370). That works out to roughly $42/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Centro, CA | $111,880 | $101,090 | 50 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $106,000 | $97,930 | 740 |
| Modesto, CA | $103,790 | $107,550 | 160 |
| Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA | $102,450 | $98,850 | 290 |
| Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA | $101,780 | $92,620 | 130 |
| North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $97,670 | $84,530 | 120 |
| Hanford-Corcoran, CA | $96,980 | $94,650 | 60 |
| Yuba City, CA | $96,570 | $91,580 | 60 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do kindergarten teachers, except special education make in California?
The median kindergarten teachers, except special education salary in California is $82,550 per year (mean $88,160), and about 80% earn between $53,210 and $124,400.
How much do kindergarten teachers, except special education make per hour in California?
Roughly $42 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $88,160 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is California a high-paying state for kindergarten teachers, except special education?
California ranks #2 of 50 states for kindergarten teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $88,160 is about 27.1% above the U.S. average of $69,370.
Which metro areas in California pay kindergarten teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in California for kindergarten teachers, except special education are El Centro, CA ($111,880), Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA ($106,000), Modesto, CA ($103,790), by median annual wage.
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