Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education Salary in Arizona

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

Median annual salary $49,520 -21.4% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $38,990
90th percentile $75,940
Employed locally 460
National median $62,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,990
    25th
    $46,760
    50th (median)
    $49,520
    75th
    $61,900
    90th
    $75,940

    Top-paying metros for Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $105,610
    Merced, CA $105,100
    Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA $104,990
    Visalia, CA $103,560
    Modesto, CA $101,900
    Western Washington nonmetropolitan area $101,620

    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
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$38,240
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$35,350
    Instructional Coordinators$62,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education 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 Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education salaries?

    The median Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education salary in Arizona is 21.4% below the national median of $62,970. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education in Arizona?

    Entry-level Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education (10th percentile) earn around $38,990 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,760.