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Substitute Teachers, Short-Term Salary in California
Ranked #2 of 50 · CA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of substitute teachers, short-terms in California earn between $39,040 and $78,670. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean substitute teachers, short-term salary in California is $62,910, about 35.5% above the U.S. average ($46,420). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Napa, CA | $76,520 | $72,780 | 300 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $72,330 | $69,430 | 3,800 |
| Bakersfield-Delano, CA | $66,480 | $65,040 | 5,390 |
| Vallejo, CA | $66,000 | $67,620 | 700 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $65,190 | $66,410 | 3,060 |
| North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $64,760 | $70,590 | 540 |
| Salinas, CA | $63,970 | $63,550 | 1,220 |
| Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $63,680 | $63,640 | 230 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do substitute teachers, short-term make in California?
The median substitute teachers, short-term salary in California is $60,300 per year (mean $62,910), and about 80% earn between $39,040 and $78,670.
How much do substitute teachers, short-term make per hour in California?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $62,910 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is California a high-paying state for substitute teachers, short-term?
California ranks #2 of 50 states for substitute teachers, short-term pay. Its mean salary of $62,910 is about 35.5% above the U.S. average of $46,420.
Which metro areas in California pay substitute teachers, short-term the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in California for substitute teachers, short-term are Napa, CA ($76,520), San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA ($72,330), Bakersfield-Delano, CA ($66,480), by median annual wage.