Communications Teachers Salary in California
Communications Teachers in California earn a median of $135,000 a year, +72% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $135,000
- vs. U.S. median
- +72% ($78,580)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 3,140
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $78,660; the top 10% earn over $218,880. Nationally the range is $47,590 to $143,720.
States ranked near California
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Communications Teachers pay in California
How much do communications teachers make in California?
The median is $135,000 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $78,660 and the top 10% earn over $218,880. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for communications teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 48 (+72% vs. the national median of $78,580). Living costs are not included.