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The average salary for hall monitors is approximately $28,466, or around $14 per hour. However, this figure can vary by state and experience level. For instance, hall monitors in states like California and New York may see higher wages due to the increased cost of living and demand for school safety personnel.
Several factors impact a hall monitor's salary:
For hall monitors, job opportunities can be found across various educational institutions, from elementary schools to high schools. Additionally, positions may be available in alternative education settings. To maximize earning potential, consider pursuing further education or certifications related to school safety and student supervision.
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The highest-paying states for hall monitors are New York, Massachusetts, and New Jersey. The lowest average hall monitor salary states are Florida, Iowa, and New Mexico.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $33,784 | $16.24 |
| 2 | New Hampshire | $30,877 | $14.84 |
| 3 | New Jersey | $31,601 | $15.19 |
| 4 | Vermont | $30,085 | $14.46 |
| 5 | Connecticut | $31,293 | $15.04 |
| 6 | Indiana | $31,116 | $14.96 |
| 7 | Minnesota | $31,148 | $14.97 |
| 8 | Alaska | $28,920 | $13.90 |
| 9 | Wisconsin | $29,117 | $14.00 |
| 10 | Massachusetts | $32,089 | $15.43 |
| 11 | North Dakota | $30,949 | $14.88 |
| 12 | Washington | $30,991 | $14.90 |
| 13 | Oregon | $28,093 | $13.51 |
| 14 | Kentucky | $26,336 | $12.66 |
| 15 | California | $29,747 | $14.30 |
| 16 | Ohio | $27,802 | $13.37 |
| 17 | Illinois | $28,560 | $13.73 |
| 18 | Texas | $26,045 | $12.52 |
| 19 | Nevada | $26,710 | $12.84 |
| 20 | Pennsylvania | $26,119 | $12.56 |
| 21 | Kansas | $25,553 | $12.29 |
| 22 | Rhode Island | $28,750 | $13.82 |
| 23 | Arizona | $26,150 | $12.57 |
| 24 | Missouri | $25,682 | $12.35 |
| 25 | Maine | $27,507 | $13.22 |
| 26 | District of Columbia | $28,794 | $13.84 |
| 27 | Oklahoma | $25,005 | $12.02 |
| 28 | South Dakota | $26,308 | $12.65 |
| 29 | Hawaii | $30,781 | $14.80 |
| 30 | Montana | $26,832 | $12.90 |
| 31 | Mississippi | $24,547 | $11.80 |
| 32 | Nebraska | $25,793 | $12.40 |
| 33 | Colorado | $25,878 | $12.44 |
| 34 | Michigan | $24,784 | $11.92 |
| 35 | Florida | $23,345 | $11.22 |
| 36 | Georgia | $24,559 | $11.81 |
| 37 | Idaho | $25,589 | $12.30 |
| 38 | Arkansas | $24,400 | $11.73 |
| 39 | West Virginia | $24,112 | $11.59 |
| 40 | Wyoming | $24,549 | $11.80 |
| 41 | Utah | $25,171 | $12.10 |
| 42 | Maryland | $25,348 | $12.19 |
| 43 | Virginia | $23,852 | $11.47 |
| 44 | Tennessee | $22,928 | $11.02 |
| 45 | South Carolina | $23,806 | $11.45 |
| 46 | New Mexico | $23,099 | $11.11 |
| 47 | Delaware | $25,112 | $12.07 |
| 48 | Iowa | $23,286 | $11.20 |
| 49 | North Carolina | $23,511 | $11.30 |
| 50 | Louisiana | $22,800 | $10.96 |
| 51 | Alabama | $22,696 | $10.91 |
The highest-paying cities for hall monitors are Buffalo, NY, Cottage Grove, MN, and Seattle, WA.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Buffalo, NY | $34,496 | $16.58 |
| 2 | Cottage Grove, MN | $31,124 | $14.96 |
| 3 | Seattle, WA | $31,012 | $14.91 |
| 4 | Gurnee, IL | $29,074 | $13.98 |
| 5 | Youngstown, OH | $28,560 | $13.73 |
| 6 | Lewiston, ME | $27,502 | $13.22 |
| 7 | Saint Charles, MO | $25,712 | $12.36 |
| 8 | Baltimore, MD | $25,468 | $12.24 |
| 9 | Clearfield, UT | $25,150 | $12.09 |
| 10 | Detroit, MI | $24,764 | $11.91 |
| 11 | Greenville, NC | $23,531 | $11.31 |
A hall monitor's salary ranges from $22,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $35,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $35,000 | $2,917 | $17 |
| 75th Percentile | $32,000 | $2,667 | $15 |
| Average | $28,466 | $2,372 | $14 |
| 25th Percentile | $25,000 | $2,083 | $12 |
| 10th Percentile | $22,000 | $1,833 | $11 |
The highest paying types of hall monitors are teacher internship, instructional assistant, and special education assistant.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education Paraprofessional | $31,158 | $2,596 | $14.98 | 53,164 |
| Substitute Teachers Aide | $27,488 | $2,291 | $13.22 | 77,249 |
| Student Internship | $31,256 | $2,605 | $15.03 | 55,578 |
| Child Care Teacher | $26,036 | $2,170 | $12.52 | 139,010 |
| Teacher Aide | $29,480 | $2,457 | $14.17 | 106,207 |
| School Aide | $29,896 | $2,491 | $14.37 | 69,231 |
Top companies hiring hall monitors now:
Hall monitor salaries at Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES and South Washington County Schools are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average hall monitor salary at companies like Management & Training and The SOS Group are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES | $36,978 | $17.78 |
| 2 | South Washington County Schools | $30,480 | $14.65 |
| 3 | Management & Training | $30,318 | $14.58 |
| 4 | The SOS Group | $30,104 | $14.47 |
| 5 | Lewiston Public Schools | $29,289 | $14.08 |
| 6 | WYSU 88.5 FM | $27,520 | $13.23 |
| 7 | Rock Island Senior High School | $27,125 | $13.04 |
| 8 | Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy | $26,951 | $12.96 |
| 9 | KIPP DC | $26,910 | $12.94 |
| 10 | NYC & Company | $25,752 | $12.38 |
| 11 | The Salvation Army | $24,643 | $11.85 |
| 12 | University of Notre Dame | $24,570 | $11.81 |
| 13 | Wayne RESA | $24,199 | $11.63 |
| 14 | Francis Howell School District | $24,158 | $11.61 |
| 15 | Henry Clay High School | $23,699 | $11.39 |
The average hall monitor salary has risen by $5,226 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average hall monitor earned $23,240 annually, but today, they earn $28,466 a year. That works out to a 14% change in pay for hall monitors over the last decade.
Compare hall monitor salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare hall monitor salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,500 | $13.69 | +3.4% |
| 2024 | $27,500 | $13.22 | +3.3% |
| 2023 | $26,600 | $12.78 | +2.6% |
| 2022 | $25,900 | $12.44 | +3.2% |
| 2021 | $25,000 | $12.04 | +2.0% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheldon ISD | Hall Monitor | Nome, TX | 06/28/2025 | $21,197 |
| Conroe Independent School District (Tx | Hall Monitor | Conroe, TX | 06/27/2025 | $28,175 |
| Christopher Newport University | Study Hall Monitor H | Newport News, VA | 06/24/2025 | $31,305 |
| South Washington County Schools Isd 833 | Hall Monitor Paraprofessional at Park High School | Cottage Grove, MN | 06/18/2025 | $44,871 |
| Alief Independent School District | Hall Monitor @ Hastings High School | Houston, TX | 06/12/2025 | $33,278 |
| State of Virginia | Study Hall Monitor H | Newport News, VA | 06/10/2025 | $30,262 |
| Gateway Regional High School District | Hall/Bathroom Monitor | Downe, NJ | 06/06/2025 | $33,392 |
| District 220 | Hall Monitor-Seasonal | Kane, IL | 06/06/2025 | $33,392 |
| Gateway Regional School District | Hall/Bathroom Monitor | Woodbury Heights, NJ | 06/05/2025 | $33,392 |
| Cheshire Public Schools | Hour Hall Monitor/Study Hall Monitor Ches High School | Noank, CT | 06/01/2025 | $34,122 |
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