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Latin teacher salary
Average latin teacher salary
$50,935
Understanding Latin Teacher Salaries
The average salary for a Latin teacher in the United States stands at $50,935 as of October 2025. Salaries for Latin teachers can vary significantly based on location, experience, and the type of institution. For instance, teachers in states such as New York and California typically earn higher salaries compared to those in smaller states.
Experience also plays a critical role—teachers with more years in the field often command higher wages. Additionally, teaching in specialized programs or advanced placement courses can lead to increased compensation. The demand for Latin teachers remains steady, particularly in private and charter schools, where salaries can exceed the national average.
To explore salary estimates from various regions, check Zippia’s interactive map detailing average salaries by state. This information can guide prospective teachers in choosing locations that offer the most competitive compensation packages, ensuring a rewarding career path in education.
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Latin teacher salary estimates from across the web
Average latin teacher salary by state
The average latin teacher salary in New York, Maryland, and Rhode Island are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average latin teacher salary states are Indiana, Mississippi, and Idaho.
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Highest paying states for latin teachers
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maryland | $68,973 | $33.16 |
| 2 | New York | $77,856 | $37.43 |
| 3 | Illinois | $59,304 | $28.51 |
| 4 | Delaware | $62,924 | $30.25 |
| 5 | New Jersey | $60,741 | $29.20 |
| 6 | Minnesota | $60,282 | $28.98 |
| 7 | Rhode Island | $68,445 | $32.91 |
| 8 | Vermont | $64,911 | $31.21 |
| 9 | District of Columbia | $62,739 | $30.16 |
| 10 | Pennsylvania | $56,231 | $27.03 |
| 11 | Massachusetts | $58,475 | $28.11 |
| 12 | Wyoming | $56,712 | $27.27 |
| 13 | Wisconsin | $56,551 | $27.19 |
| 14 | Michigan | $51,580 | $24.80 |
| 15 | Ohio | $55,101 | $26.49 |
| 16 | New Hampshire | $51,265 | $24.65 |
| 17 | Virginia | $56,043 | $26.94 |
| 18 | Connecticut | $59,612 | $28.66 |
| 19 | Georgia | $53,488 | $25.72 |
| 20 | Nevada | $50,364 | $24.21 |
| 21 | Washington | $56,707 | $27.26 |
| 22 | Kansas | $50,379 | $24.22 |
| 23 | Alaska | $57,854 | $27.81 |
| 24 | Kentucky | $52,449 | $25.22 |
| 25 | Alabama | $51,727 | $24.87 |
| 26 | North Dakota | $52,650 | $25.31 |
| 27 | California | $54,104 | $26.01 |
| 28 | South Carolina | $47,835 | $23.00 |
| 29 | Nebraska | $47,211 | $22.70 |
| 30 | Florida | $45,594 | $21.92 |
| 31 | Oregon | $51,094 | $24.56 |
| 32 | North Carolina | $44,962 | $21.62 |
| 33 | New Mexico | $42,350 | $20.36 |
| 34 | Arkansas | $45,839 | $22.04 |
| 35 | Louisiana | $46,474 | $22.34 |
| 36 | Utah | $48,119 | $23.13 |
| 37 | Texas | $44,437 | $21.36 |
| 38 | Iowa | $43,593 | $20.96 |
| 39 | Indiana | $40,012 | $19.24 |
| 40 | Colorado | $40,474 | $19.46 |
| 41 | Tennessee | $41,959 | $20.17 |
| 42 | Missouri | $42,578 | $20.47 |
| 43 | Oklahoma | $34,176 | $16.43 |
| 44 | Montana | $35,505 | $17.07 |
| 45 | Arizona | $41,318 | $19.86 |
| 46 | Hawaii | $45,058 | $21.66 |
| 47 | West Virginia | $41,277 | $19.84 |
| 48 | Idaho | $36,817 | $17.70 |
| 49 | Mississippi | $39,672 | $19.07 |
| 50 | Maine | $40,161 | $19.31 |
| 51 | South Dakota | $35,721 | $17.17 |
Highest paying cities for latin teachers
The highest-paying cities for latin teachers are New York, NY, Bethesda, MD, and Malden, MA.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York, NY | $78,237 | $37.61 |
| 2 | Bethesda, MD | $68,912 | $33.13 |
| 3 | Malden, MA | $58,250 | $28.00 |
| 4 | Roseville, CA | $56,272 | $27.05 |
| 5 | Gahanna, OH | $55,218 | $26.55 |
| 6 | Raleigh, NC | $45,941 | $22.09 |
| 7 | Miami, FL | $45,661 | $21.95 |
| 8 | Austin, TX | $44,719 | $21.50 |
Latin teacher salary details
A latin teacher's salary ranges from $37,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $70,000 at the 90th percentile.
What is a latin teacher's salary?
| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $70,000 | $5,833 | $34 |
| 75th Percentile | $60,000 | $5,000 | $29 |
| Average | $50,935 | $4,245 | $24 |
| 25th Percentile | $43,000 | $3,583 | $21 |
| 10th Percentile | $37,000 | $3,083 | $18 |
Highest paying latin teacher jobs
The highest paying types of latin teachers are science teacher, reading teacher, and history teacher.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Science Instructor | $48,925 | $4,077 | $23.52 | 40,936 |
| High School English Teacher | $50,369 | $4,197 | $24.22 | 71,673 |
| High School Science Teacher | $53,404 | $4,450 | $25.68 | 84,939 |
| High School Teacher | $52,441 | $4,370 | $25.21 | 83,554 |
| Technology Teacher | $48,545 | $4,045 | $23.34 | 107,079 |
| Social Studies Teacher | $49,725 | $4,144 | $23.91 | 94,087 |
Top companies hiring latin teachers now:
Which companies pay latin teachers the most?
Latin teacher salaries at Landon School and North Raleigh Christian Academy are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average latin teacher salary at companies like East Hampton UFSD and St. Clare Catholic School are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Landon School | $58,823 | $28.28 |
| 2 | North Raleigh Christian Academy | $57,059 | $27.43 |
| 3 | East Hampton UFSD | $56,164 | $27.00 |
| 4 | St. Clare Catholic School | $55,148 | $26.51 |
| 5 | Columbus Academy | $55,045 | $26.46 |
| 6 | COMMACK SCHOOL DISTRICT | $50,539 | $24.30 |
| 7 | Lake Forest High School | $48,384 | $23.26 |
| 8 | Archimedean Schools | $48,317 | $23.23 |
| 9 | Mystic Valley Regional Charter School | $47,401 | $22.79 |
| 10 | San Luis Coastal Unified School District | $46,634 | $22.42 |
| 11 | Carteret Schools | $45,334 | $21.80 |
| 12 | K12 | $43,695 | $21.01 |
| 13 | John Adams Academy | $43,344 | $20.84 |
| 14 | Archdiocese of New York | $43,170 | $20.75 |
| 15 | Buffalo Schools | $42,403 | $20.39 |
| 16 | Northside Charter High School | $39,988 | $19.23 |
Wage gap by gender, race and education
Latin teacher salary trends
The average latin teacher salary has risen by $6,967 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average latin teacher earned $43,968 annually, but today, they earn $50,935 a year. That works out to a 8% change in pay for latin teachers over the last decade.
Compare latin teacher salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Average latin teacher salary over time
Compare latin teacher salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
Latin teacher salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $50,900 | $24.49 | +1.9% |
| 2024 | $50,000 | $24.02 | +2.2% |
| 2023 | $48,900 | $23.49 | +1.9% |
| 2022 | $47,900 | $23.05 | +1.9% |
| 2021 | $47,000 | $22.60 | +1.4% |
Recently added latin teacher salaries
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learn and Explore Academy | Latin Teacher: Middle School | New York, NY | 06/27/2025 | $156,525 |
| Bullis School | Upper School Latin Teacher | Potomac, MD | 06/08/2025 | $65,000 |
| Kent Place School | Upper School Latin Teacher | Summit, NJ | 06/04/2025 | $60,000 |
| Arizona Department of Education | Latin/Greek Teacher | Phoenix, AZ | 05/24/2025 | $40,000 |
| Holton Arms School | Upper School Latin Teacher | Bethesda, MD | 05/15/2025 | $75,000 |
| Classical Charter Schools | Latin/Debate Teacher) | New York, NY | 05/09/2025 | $52,000 |
| Grace Church School | HS Latin Teacher | New York, NY | 03/07/2025 | $68,000 |
| Nova Classical Academy | Latin Teacher, Grades FTE | Nore, MN | 02/23/2025 | $39,234 |
| Aclclassics | MS & HS Latin, Great Hearts Western Hills Upper School, TX/24 | San Antonio, TX | 02/20/2025 | $38,000 |
| Illinois Association of School | Latin Teacher | Winnetka, IL | 02/19/2025 | $68,854 |
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