How much does a communications teacher make in California?
$135,000a year
Median yearly pay for communications teachers in California. That is $64.90 an hour or $11,250 a month.
- Hourly
- $64.90
- Vs. national median
- +72%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 3,140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,660Median: $135,000Highest 10%: $218,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,660 | $37.82 | |
| 25th | $102,300 | $49.18 | |
| Median | $135,000 | $64.90 | |
| 75th | $186,500 | $89.66 | |
| 90th | $218,900 | $105.23 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Riverside, CA | $180,700 |
| San Francisco, CA | $166,900 |
| Fresno, CA | $136,700 |
| San Diego, CA | $134,100 |
| Sacramento, CA | $133,300 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $130,200 |
| San Jose, CA | $119,900 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $110,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for communications teachers.
| 1. California | $135,000 |
| 2. Delaware | $100,300 |
| 3. Oregon | $98,900 |
| 4. Connecticut | $97,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a communications teacher make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $64.90 ($135,000 a year).
Do communications teachers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $135,000 against $78,580 nationally, 72% more.
Where does California rank for communications teacher pay?
California ranks 1 of 48 states.
Which city in California pays communications teachers the most?
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA, with a median of $180,700 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.