Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Pennsylvania | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $77,930 | $71,125 | +10% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.47 | $34.19 | +10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $79,846.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Middle School Teacher in Pennsylvania is $77,930, or about $37.47 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Middle School Teachers is $71,125. Pennsylvania is +10% above the national median.
Entry-level middle school teachers in Pennsylvania typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 22,720 middle school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $77,930, Pennsylvania offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.