How much does a teacher and instructor make in Alabama?
$66,510a year
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors in Alabama. That is $31.98 an hour or $5,543 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.98
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,590Median: $66,510Highest 10%: $98,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,590 | $17.59 | |
| 25th | $48,730 | $23.43 | |
| Median | $66,510 | $31.98 | |
| 75th | $83,780 | $40.28 | |
| 90th | $98,330 | $47.27 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Huntsville, AL | $80,950 |
| Mobile, AL | $72,370 |
| Montgomery, AL | $66,520 |
| Auburn, AL | $66,300 |
| Anniston, AL | $66,230 |
| Birmingham, AL | $65,830 |
| Columbus, GA | $59,670 |
| Florence, AL | $56,230 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $49,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for teacher and instructors.
| 18. Mississippi | $67,200 |
| 19. South Dakota | $67,200 |
| 20. New Mexico | $66,800 |
| 21. Alabama | $66,510 |
| 22. Oregon | $65,800 |
| 23. Nevada | $65,610 |
| 24. West Virginia | $64,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a teacher and instructor make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $31.98 ($66,510 a year).
Do teacher and instructors make more in Alabama than the national average?
Yes: $66,510 against $66,140 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Alabama rank for teacher and instructor pay?
Alabama ranks 21 of 50 states.
Which city in Alabama pays teacher and instructors the most?
Huntsville, AL, with a median of $80,950 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.