Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education Salary in Puerto Rico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Puerto Rico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $56,810 -12% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $27,570
90th percentile $70,160
Employed locally 400
National median $64,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,570
    25th
    $48,830
    50th (median)
    $56,810
    75th
    $58,120
    90th
    $70,160

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

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $106,970
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $105,630
    Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $105,400
    Kingston, NY $104,720
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $103,640
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $103,640

    Related occupations in Puerto Rico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $22,260
    Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education $59,990
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $58,180
    Teachers and Instructors, All Other $58,360
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $49,320
    Special Education Teachers, Secondary School $55,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education make per hour in Puerto Rico?

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

    Is Puerto Rico above or below average for Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education salaries?

    The median Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education salary in Puerto Rico is 12% below the national median of $64,580. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

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

    Entry-level Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education (10th percentile) earn around $27,570 per year in Puerto Rico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,830.