Is Teacher Salary Rising?

Mikaela Campbell

McKay Student Ambassador

Early Childhood Education

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But what about the pay? Maybe you've been asked this question or maybe it's one you've asked yourself. Maybe you want to go into education, but are nervous about the pay and your future. The great news is that teacher pay is on the rise and is predicted to continue to do so.

Here is data from the National Education Association website comparing the starting teacher salary of 2023 to the starting teacher salary of 2025 for each state. If you'd like to learn more click on the links below the graph.

Increase in every state between (2023)-(2025)

This is also the starting teacher salary which means as you gain experience, your salary will continue to increase. Outside of salary, there are a hand-full of benefits for teachers that make an exponential difference with finances.

Health concerns and checkups are part of everyday life. We hope you are reassured when you hear that a career in education will guarantee your best health interest. Most districts provide teachers with health benefits that include medical, dental, vision, and other benefits to support them

and their families. Some districts even have on-site healthcare clinics that keep healthcare close and at a lower cost. In Utah, the Granite School District has an on-site wellness center clinic for staff and their families.

Housing can also be a huge strain on finances for anyone, but surprise surprise, education also has provides housing benefits. Many states provide help with down payments and reduced interest rates on mortgages to teachers. Learn more about Housing Benefits

Now that you know teacher salary is on the rise, health and housing benefits are included in a fulfilling career of helping others, it is a no-brainer choice to come join the School of Education. If you'd like to learn more, check out our other blogs here and this salary and benefits page here

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