How much does a teacher and instructor make in Kansas?
$94,520a year
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors in Kansas. That is $45.44 an hour or $7,877 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.44
- Vs. national median
- +43%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,670Median: $94,520Highest 10%: $124,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,670 | $19.55 | |
| 25th | $67,340 | $32.38 | |
| Median | $94,520 | $45.44 | |
| 75th | $112,700 | $54.18 | |
| 90th | $124,200 | $59.71 |
Cities in Kansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $99,070 |
| Wichita, KS | $85,300 |
| Topeka, KS | $58,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for teacher and instructors.
| 1. Rhode Island | $130,500 |
| 2. Massachusetts | $100,600 |
| 3. Kansas | $94,520 |
| 4. Maryland | $94,070 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $93,040 |
| 6. California | $87,460 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a teacher and instructor make an hour in Kansas?
The median hourly pay in Kansas is $45.44 ($94,520 a year).
Do teacher and instructors make more in Kansas than the national average?
Yes: $94,520 against $66,140 nationally, 43% more.
Where does Kansas rank for teacher and instructor pay?
Kansas ranks 3 of 50 states.
Which city in Kansas pays teacher and instructors the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $99,070 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.