- California pays the most — about $103,552 on average in 2024–25 — while Mississippi pays the least (~$54,975), so teachers in California earn nearly double those in Mississippi.
- Despite teaching being a common public‑sector job, many educators struggle: a 2025 Gallup poll found 21% of K–12 teachers are “finding it difficult” to get by, 52% are just getting by, and about one‑third hold non‑teaching side jobs.
- Nevada had the biggest year‑over‑year boost (about an $8,000, 11.8% increase), while some states saw only modest raises (Oklahoma’s average rose ~1%, about $600).
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