Business Teachers Salary in California
Business Teachers in California earn a median of $128,470 a year, +30% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $128,470
- vs. U.S. median
- +30% ($99,080)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,290
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,910; the top 10% earn over $250,700. Nationally the range is $47,180 to $209,470.
States ranked near California
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Business Teachers pay in California
How much do business teachers make in California?
The median is $128,470 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,910 and the top 10% earn over $250,700. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for business teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 51 (+30% vs. the national median of $99,080). Living costs are not included.