How much does a geography teacher make in California?
$146,000a year
Median yearly pay for geography teachers in California. That is $70.21 an hour or $12,170 a month.
- Hourly
- $70.21
- Vs. national median
- +50%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $70,410Median: $146,000Highest 10%: $250,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $70,410 | $33.85 | |
| 25th | $113,000 | $54.32 | |
| Median | $146,000 | $70.21 | |
| 75th | $192,800 | $92.69 | |
| 90th | $250,700 | $120.53 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $146,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geography teachers.
| 1. California | $146,000 |
| 2. Oregon | $113,500 |
| 3. Vermont | $107,800 |
| 4. Connecticut | $105,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geography teacher make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $70.21 ($146,000 a year).
Do geography teachers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $146,000 against $97,590 nationally, 50% more.
Where does California rank for geography teacher pay?
California ranks 1 of 28 states.
Which city in California pays geography teachers the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $146,000 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.