Economics Teachers Salary in California
Economics Teachers in California earn a median of $137,360 a year, +11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $137,360
- vs. U.S. median
- +11% ($123,920)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 770
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,050; the top 10% earn over $266,470. Nationally the range is $64,060 to $224,200.
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Economics Teachers pay in California
How much do economics teachers make in California?
The median is $137,360 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,050 and the top 10% earn over $266,470. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for economics teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 42 (+11% vs. the national median of $123,920). Living costs are not included.