How much does a History Teacher make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a History Teacher in the United States is $45,496. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $34,482 to a high of $60,420, with most professionals earning between $39,731 and $53,308.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
History Teacher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile History Teacher Salary $34,482 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile History Teacher Salary $39,731 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile History Teacher Salary $45,496 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile History Teacher Salary $53,308 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile History Teacher Salary $60,420 US April 01, 2025
25% $39,731 10% $34,482 90% $60,420 75% $53,308 $45,496 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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