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ESL Teacher Salary in Sacramento, California

The median esl teacher salary in Sacramento, CA is $66,080 per year, which is 18.0% above the national median and 14.5% below the California state average.

City Median
$66,080
vs State Avg
$-11,200
vs National
+$10,080
Cost of Living
118%

ESL Teacher Salary in Sacramento by Experience

In Sacramento, an entry-level esl teacher earns around $44,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $99,120 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$44,840
+$6,840 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$67,260
+$10,260 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$99,120
+$15,120 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Sacramento, CA

Percentile Sacramento
10th Percentile $42,480
25th Percentile $51,920
Median (50th) $66,080
75th Percentile $84,960
90th Percentile $103,840

ESL Teacher Salary in Other California Cities

San Francisco, CA
$101,920
Pop. 873,965
San Jose, CA
$94,080
Pop. 1,013,240
Los Angeles, CA
$81,760
Pop. 3,898,747
San Diego, CA
$79,520
Pop. 1,386,932

How to Become a ESL Teacher in Sacramento

Education

Most esl teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Sacramento and the surrounding California area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

ESL MethodsLesson PlanningCultural CompetencyAssessmentPatienceCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, esl teacher employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Sacramento may vary based on local industry and population growth.