How much does a social work teacher make in California?
$81,500a year
Median yearly pay for social work teachers in California. That is $39.18 an hour or $6,792 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.18
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,760Median: $81,500Highest 10%: $152,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,760 | $25.85 | |
| 25th | $74,160 | $35.65 | |
| Median | $81,500 | $39.18 | |
| 75th | $107,900 | $51.86 | |
| 90th | $152,000 | $73.07 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $77,970 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social work teachers.
| 7. Texas | $83,440 |
| 8. Minnesota | $82,470 |
| 9. Utah | $81,850 |
| 10. California | $81,500 |
| 11. Maine | $80,250 |
| 12. Connecticut | $79,960 |
| 13. Massachusetts | $79,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social work teacher make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $39.18 ($81,500 a year).
Do social work teachers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $81,500 against $77,570 nationally, 5% more.
Where does California rank for social work teacher pay?
California ranks 10 of 43 states.
Which city in California pays social work teachers the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $77,970 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.