How much does a career/technical education teacher make in Tucson?
$60,450a year
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers in the Tucson, AZ metro area. That is $29.06 an hour or $5,038 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.06
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among cities
- 170 of 270
- Jobs in the area
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,900Median: $60,450Highest 10%: $94,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,900 | $22.07 | |
| 25th | $48,110 | $23.13 | |
| Median | $60,450 | $29.06 | |
| 75th | $77,490 | $37.25 | |
| 90th | $94,110 | $45.25 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers.
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | $76,210 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $71,230 |
Related jobs in Tucson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $79,530 |
| Postsecondary Teacher | $74,750 |
| Education Teacher | $72,910 |
| Librarian and Media Collections Specialist | $60,500 |
| Special Education Teacher | $58,170 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $57,580 |
| Middle School Teacher | $57,460 |
| Special Education Teacher | $56,730 |
| Teacher and Instructor | $55,130 |
| Educational Instruction and Library Worker | $53,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a career/technical education teacher make an hour in Tucson?
The median hourly pay in the Tucson, AZ metro area is $29.06 ($60,450 a year).
Do career/technical education teachers make more in Tucson than the national average?
No: $60,450 against $63,820 nationally, 5% less.
How does Tucson compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $64,930, so Tucson pays 7% less.
Where does Tucson rank for career/technical education teacher pay?
170 of 270 metro areas with data.
How much does a career/technical education teacher make starting out in Tucson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,900 or less a year; the top 10% make $94,110 or more.
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.