How much does an elementary school teacher make in Pennsylvania?
$77,060a year
Median yearly pay for elementary school teachers in Pennsylvania. That is $37.05 an hour or $6,422 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.05
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 48,370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,990Median: $77,060Highest 10%: $99,630
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,990 | $25.00 | |
| 25th | $61,380 | $29.51 | |
| Median | $77,060 | $37.05 | |
| 75th | $88,660 | $42.63 | |
| 90th | $99,630 | $47.90 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Reading, PA | $79,860 |
| York, PA | $79,730 |
| Allentown, PA | $79,040 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $78,570 |
| Lancaster, PA | $78,360 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $77,160 |
| State College, PA | $76,760 |
| Chambersburg, PA | $76,750 |
| Scranton, PA | $76,590 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $76,550 |
| Lebanon, PA | $76,490 |
| Gettysburg, PA | $75,450 |
| Williamsport, PA | $74,610 |
| Johnstown, PA | $71,300 |
| Erie, PA | $69,920 |
| Altoona, PA | $61,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for elementary school teachers.
| 10. Maryland | $77,680 |
| 11. Ohio | $77,370 |
| 12. Oregon | $77,130 |
| 13. Pennsylvania | $77,060 |
| 14. Minnesota | $76,350 |
| 15. Delaware | $75,920 |
| 16. Illinois | $75,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an elementary school teacher make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $37.05 ($77,060 a year).
Do elementary school teachers make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
Yes: $77,060 against $63,970 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for elementary school teacher pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 13 of 51 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays elementary school teachers the most?
Reading, PA, with a median of $79,860 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.