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The average salary for a Substitute Teachers Aide is approximately $27,488 per year, or about $13 per hour. This role plays a vital part in educational settings, offering support to teachers and enhancing the learning environment for students. Compensation varies by state and district, with some areas offering more competitive salaries based on local funding and demand.
In general, substitute teachers aides can expect to earn salaries that reflect their experience and specific roles within the educational system. Factors like location, the type of institution (public vs. private), and additional responsibilities can influence earnings.
Higher salaries are often found in urban areas or districts with larger budgets. For instance, major cities typically have higher living costs, which can translate to better pay for aides. Understanding these dynamics is essential for job seekers aiming to maximize their earnings.
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The highest-paying states for substitute teachers aides are Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Delaware. The lowest average substitute teachers aide salary states are South Carolina, Ohio, and Louisiana.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arizona | $29,867 | $14.36 |
| 2 | Connecticut | $29,773 | $14.31 |
| 3 | Rhode Island | $33,266 | $15.99 |
| 4 | Vermont | $29,857 | $14.35 |
| 5 | Delaware | $30,877 | $14.84 |
| 6 | Alaska | $30,215 | $14.53 |
| 7 | Pennsylvania | $28,835 | $13.86 |
| 8 | Massachusetts | $33,362 | $16.04 |
| 9 | New Hampshire | $28,015 | $13.47 |
| 10 | Illinois | $28,565 | $13.73 |
| 11 | Maine | $28,767 | $13.83 |
| 12 | Wisconsin | $28,718 | $13.81 |
| 13 | North Dakota | $28,995 | $13.94 |
| 14 | New York | $29,168 | $14.02 |
| 15 | Minnesota | $27,607 | $13.27 |
| 16 | Nevada | $26,088 | $12.54 |
| 17 | Indiana | $26,104 | $12.55 |
| 18 | Montana | $26,270 | $12.63 |
| 19 | Oregon | $29,025 | $13.95 |
| 20 | Mississippi | $27,237 | $13.09 |
| 21 | West Virginia | $27,226 | $13.09 |
| 22 | Colorado | $28,212 | $13.56 |
| 23 | Washington | $29,275 | $14.07 |
| 24 | New Jersey | $26,660 | $12.82 |
| 25 | District of Columbia | $30,548 | $14.69 |
| 26 | Iowa | $25,322 | $12.17 |
| 27 | North Carolina | $25,879 | $12.44 |
| 28 | South Dakota | $25,471 | $12.25 |
| 29 | Nebraska | $24,608 | $11.83 |
| 30 | Michigan | $23,777 | $11.43 |
| 31 | Missouri | $26,019 | $12.51 |
| 32 | Hawaii | $28,294 | $13.60 |
| 33 | Idaho | $24,593 | $11.82 |
| 34 | California | $28,522 | $13.71 |
| 35 | Tennessee | $23,909 | $11.49 |
| 36 | Wyoming | $23,624 | $11.36 |
| 37 | Oklahoma | $24,048 | $11.56 |
| 38 | Virginia | $27,314 | $13.13 |
| 39 | New Mexico | $23,579 | $11.34 |
| 40 | Kentucky | $23,639 | $11.36 |
| 41 | Texas | $23,910 | $11.50 |
| 42 | Ohio | $23,240 | $11.17 |
| 43 | Maryland | $23,359 | $11.23 |
| 44 | South Carolina | $23,342 | $11.22 |
| 45 | Kansas | $22,280 | $10.71 |
| 46 | Utah | $24,349 | $11.71 |
| 47 | Alabama | $23,439 | $11.27 |
| 48 | Georgia | $23,366 | $11.23 |
| 49 | Arkansas | $22,053 | $10.60 |
| 50 | Florida | $21,851 | $10.51 |
| 51 | Louisiana | $22,534 | $10.83 |
The highest-paying cities for substitute teachers aides are Flagstaff, AZ, Rome, NY, and Concord, CA.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flagstaff, AZ | $30,003 | $14.42 |
| 2 | Rome, NY | $29,946 | $14.40 |
| 3 | Concord, CA | $29,152 | $14.02 |
| 4 | Lakewood, CO | $28,211 | $13.56 |
| 5 | Peoria, IL | $28,114 | $13.52 |
| 6 | Great Falls, MT | $26,288 | $12.64 |
| 7 | Pocatello, ID | $24,329 | $11.70 |
| 8 | Dallas, TX | $23,993 | $11.54 |
| 9 | Atlanta, GA | $23,455 | $11.28 |
| 10 | Frederick, MD | $23,357 | $11.23 |
A substitute teachers aide's salary ranges from $22,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $33,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $33,000 | $2,750 | $16 |
| 75th Percentile | $30,000 | $2,500 | $14 |
| Average | $27,488 | $2,291 | $13 |
| 25th Percentile | $24,000 | $2,000 | $12 |
| 10th Percentile | $22,000 | $1,833 | $11 |
The highest paying types of substitute teachers aides are teacher, long term substitute teacher, and pre-k teacher.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Para Educator | $31,394 | $2,616 | $15.09 | 56,897 |
| Education Paraprofessional | $31,158 | $2,596 | $14.98 | 53,164 |
| Aide | $27,793 | $2,316 | $13.36 | 78,919 |
| Classroom Aide | $28,832 | $2,403 | $13.86 | 71,960 |
| Instructional Aide | $30,993 | $2,583 | $14.90 | 60,846 |
| Teacher | $47,989 | $3,999 | $23.07 | 71,918 |
Top companies hiring substitute teachers aides now:
Substitute teachers aide salaries at University Settlement and Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average substitute teachers aide salary at companies like EASTCONN and San Jose Charter Academy are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Settlement | $36,210 | $17.41 |
| 2 | Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES | $31,607 | $15.20 |
| 3 | EASTCONN | $29,696 | $14.28 |
| 4 | San Jose Charter Academy | $29,093 | $13.99 |
| 5 | East Whittier City School District | $28,490 | $13.70 |
| 6 | Gateway Longview | $28,426 | $13.67 |
| 7 | Erie 1 Boces | $28,401 | $13.65 |
| 8 | Morton High School | $28,262 | $13.59 |
| 9 | Telamon | $28,216 | $13.57 |
| 10 | Kelly Services | $28,117 | $13.52 |
| 11 | Madera County Superintendent of Schools | $28,091 | $13.51 |
| 12 | GST BOCES | $28,043 | $13.48 |
| 13 | Tomball ISD | $27,957 | $13.44 |
| 14 | ywcacentralmass | $27,856 | $13.39 |
| 15 | Buffalo Schools | $27,595 | $13.27 |
| 16 | Lancaster School District | $27,494 | $13.22 |
| 17 | E Center | $27,310 | $13.13 |
| 18 | Thames Valley Council for Community Action Inc | $27,087 | $13.02 |
| 19 | Orleans/niagara Boces | $27,047 | $13.00 |
| 20 | Northern Arizona Council Of Governments | $27,007 | $12.98 |
The average substitute teachers aide salary has risen by $5,046 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average substitute teachers aide earned $22,442 annually, but today, they earn $27,488 a year. That works out to a 14% change in pay for substitute teachers aides over the last decade.
Compare substitute teachers aide salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare substitute teachers aide salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $27,500 | $13.22 | +3.4% |
| 2024 | $26,500 | $12.76 | +3.3% |
| 2023 | $25,700 | $12.34 | +2.6% |
| 2022 | $25,000 | $12.02 | +3.2% |
| 2021 | $24,200 | $11.63 | +2.0% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vernon Township School District | 21St. Cclc-Substitute Aide | Vernon, NJ | 06/21/2025 | $40,154 |
| Community Council of Idaho | Substitute: Teacher/Aides | Idaho Falls, ID | 06/19/2025 | $31,305 |
| Del Mar Union Elementary School District | Substitute (Front Office, Special Education Aide, Early Childhood) | San Diego, CA | 06/18/2025 | $37,566 |
| Centro de La Familia de Utah | Center Aide Substitute | Alamosa, CO | 06/17/2025 | $31,242 |
| West Virginia Department of Education | S-60 Substitute Teacher Aide | Jacksonburg, WV | 06/14/2025 | $37,096 |
| Ohio Department of Education | Substitute Teacher Aide/Monitor | Massillon, OH | 06/13/2025 | $22,957 |
| Dunlap Community Unit School | Substitute Teachers Aide | Peoria, IL | 06/12/2025 | $33,392 |
| Dunlap School District #323 | Substitute Teachers Aide | Kane, IL | 06/12/2025 | $33,392 |
| Flagstaff Unified School District | Substitute Aide (General Classroom/Office Aide or Special Education Aide School Year | Flagstaff, AZ | 06/12/2025 | $37,253 |
| Certified Nurse Midwife, Full Time In Quincy, California | Substitute Teacher Aide | Quincy, CA | 06/10/2025 | $37,566 |
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