Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alabama | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $61,380 | $72,224 | -15% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.51 | $34.72 | -15% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $69,122.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Elementary School Teacher in Alabama is $61,380, or about $29.51 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Elementary School Teachers is $72,224. Alabama is -15% below the national median.
Entry-level elementary school teachers in Alabama typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 22,030 elementary school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $61,380, Alabama offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.