Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,180 -18.4% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $37,600
90th percentile $82,010
Employed locally 50
National median $63,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,600
    25th
    $44,320
    50th (median)
    $52,180
    75th
    $68,270
    90th
    $82,010

    Top-paying metros for Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $127,680
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $117,500
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $105,610
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $103,180
    Fresno, CA $102,240
    Modesto, CA $101,970

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $31,410
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $47,680
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $58,300
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $49,520
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $38,240
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $35,350

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School in Arizona is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School salaries?

    The median Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School salary in Arizona is 18.4% below the national median of $63,910. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School in Arizona?

    Entry-level Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School (10th percentile) earn around $37,600 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,320.