Foreign Language and Literature Teachers Salary in California
Also called: Foreign Language Teachers, Postsecondary
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers in California earn a median of $99,860 a year, +26% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $99,860
- vs. U.S. median
- +26% ($79,350)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 2,170
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,580; the top 10% earn over $208,410. Nationally the range is $49,060 to $136,050.
States ranked near California
Similar jobs in California
- Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary$105,220 median in California
- English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary$130,490 median in California
- Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary$105,820 median in California
- Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary$128,370 median in California
- History Teachers, Postsecondary$127,170 median in California
- Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary$124,890 median in California
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers pay in California
How much do foreign language and literature teachers make in California?
The median is $99,860 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,580 and the top 10% earn over $208,410. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for foreign language and literature teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 45 (+26% vs. the national median of $79,350). Living costs are not included.