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Teacher (K-12) Salary in Phoenix, Arizona

The median teacher (k-12) salary in Phoenix, AZ is $61,690 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 3.1% above the Arizona state average.

City Median
$61,690
vs State Avg
+$1,851
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
100%

Teacher (K-12) Salary in Phoenix by Experience

In Phoenix, an entry-level teacher (k-12) earns around $42,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $92,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 100% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$42,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$62,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$92,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Phoenix, AZ

Percentile Phoenix
10th Percentile $41,400
25th Percentile $48,800
Median (50th) $61,690
75th Percentile $79,200
90th Percentile $101,000

Teacher (K-12) Salary in Other Arizona Cities

Scottsdale, AZ
$69,093
Pop. 241,361
Chandler, AZ
$62,924
Pop. 275,987
Mesa, AZ
$59,839
Pop. 504,258
Tucson, AZ
$57,372
Pop. 542,629

How to Become a Teacher (K-12) in Phoenix

Education

Most teacher (k-12) positions require a bachelor's degree. Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Lesson PlanningClassroom ManagementAssessmentDifferentiated InstructionCommunicationEducational Technology

Job Outlook

Nationally, teacher (k-12) employment is projected to grow 1% over the next decade (slower than average). Demand in Phoenix may vary based on local industry and population growth.