Education

K-12 Teacher

A comprehensive guide to K-12 Teacher licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$63,495 / yr

Min. Education

Degree required

Job Outlook

Stable

Top Paying State

Washington

Coverage: 50 states

Top Paying State

Washington

99,110 / yr

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Rank #2

California

98,190 / yr

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Rank #3

Rhode Island

86,900 / yr

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State	Median Salary	License Type	Education Required	Est. Timeline	Action
WA WashingtonCompact: No	99,110Avg. Growth	Stand-alone license	Specific course required	6-24 months	Details
CA CaliforniaCompact: Yes	98,190Avg. Growth	Register with licensing agency	Varies by state board	6-24 months	Details
RI Rhode IslandCompact: Yes	86,900Avg. Growth	Stand-alone license	Specific course required	6-24 months	Details
MA MassachusettsCompact: Pending	83,260Avg. Growth	Stand-alone license	Specific course required	6-24 months	Details
NY New YorkCompact: Yes	82,480Avg. Growth	Register with licensing agency	Degree required	6-24 months	Details
CT ConnecticutCompact: No	78,740Avg. Growth	Stand-alone license	Specific course required	6-24 months	Details