Computer Science Teachers Salary in California
Computer Science Teachers in California earn a median of $128,210 a year, +32% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $128,210
- vs. U.S. median
- +32% ($96,980)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 2,480
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,850; the top 10% earn over $225,640. Nationally the range is $49,460 to $170,200.
States ranked near California
Similar jobs in California
- Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary$125,640 median in California
- Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary$130,680 median in California
- Business Teachers, Postsecondary$128,470 median in California
- Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary$97,620 median in California
- Health Informatics Specialists$127,720 median in California (broader BLS group)
- Economics Teachers, Postsecondary$137,360 median in California
Computer Science Teachers pay in California
How much do computer science teachers make in California?
The median is $128,210 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,850 and the top 10% earn over $225,640. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for computer science teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 48 (+32% vs. the national median of $96,980). Living costs are not included.