How much does a social sciences teacher make in California?
$132,900a year
Median yearly pay for social sciences teachers in California. That is $63.90 an hour or $11,080 a month.
- Hourly
- $63.90
- Vs. national median
- +82%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 2,760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,850Median: $132,900Highest 10%: $219,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,850 | $30.70 | |
| 25th | $82,230 | $39.53 | |
| Median | $132,900 | $63.90 | |
| 75th | $205,200 | $98.63 | |
| 90th | $219,200 | $105.40 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Riverside, CA | $180,200 |
| San Francisco, CA | $170,200 |
| Sacramento, CA | $169,700 |
| San Jose, CA | $150,000 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $132,900 |
| San Diego, CA | $102,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social sciences teachers.
| 1. California | $132,900 |
| 2. Rhode Island | $126,600 |
| 3. Minnesota | $102,400 |
| 4. Utah | $102,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social sciences teacher make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $63.90 ($132,900 a year).
Do social sciences teachers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $132,900 against $72,990 nationally, 82% more.
Where does California rank for social sciences teacher pay?
California ranks 1 of 40 states.
Which city in California pays social sciences teachers the most?
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA, with a median of $180,200 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.