Geography Teachers Salary in California
Geography Teachers in California earn a median of $146,040 a year, +50% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $146,040
- vs. U.S. median
- +50% ($97,590)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $70,410; the top 10% earn over $250,700. Nationally the range is $52,550 to $165,460.
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Geography Teachers pay in California
How much do geography teachers make in California?
The median is $146,040 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $70,410 and the top 10% earn over $250,700. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for geography teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 28 (+50% vs. the national median of $97,590). Living costs are not included.