How much does a career/technical education teacher make in Pennsylvania?
$77,980a year
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers in Pennsylvania. That is $37.49 an hour or $6,498 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.49
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 690
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,780Median: $77,980Highest 10%: $107,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,780 | $25.38 | |
| 25th | $64,830 | $31.17 | |
| Median | $77,980 | $37.49 | |
| 75th | $100,600 | $48.36 | |
| 90th | $107,600 | $51.75 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Pittsburgh, PA | $100,000 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $78,040 |
| Allentown, PA | $76,340 |
| Erie, PA | $60,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for career/technical education teachers.
| 8. Maryland | $84,160 |
| 9. Minnesota | $81,460 |
| 10. Illinois | $80,700 |
| 11. Pennsylvania | $77,980 |
| 12. Wisconsin | $76,860 |
| 13. Georgia | $73,020 |
| 14. New Jersey | $68,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a career/technical education teacher make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $37.49 ($77,980 a year).
Do career/technical education teachers make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
Yes: $77,980 against $65,030 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for career/technical education teacher pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 11 of 34 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays career/technical education teachers the most?
Pittsburgh, PA, with a median of $100,000 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.