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Education & Training
Industry Salary Overview
Schools, colleges, universities, and training services
education schools university teaching training
Industry Statistics (2024)
8,824,150
Total Employment
$61,980
Average Wage
20
Top Occupations
24
Sub-Industries
Salary Distribution
10th Percentile
$30,580
25th Percentile
$39,190
Median (50th)
$57,730
75th Percentile
$76,710
90th Percentile
$100,900
Top Occupations by Employment
| Occupation | Employment | Median Wage | Mean Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Occupations | 8,824,150 | $57,730 | $61,980 |
| Educational Instruction and Library Occupations | 5,764,710 | $59,500 | $62,250 |
| Preschool, Elementary, Middle, Secondary, and Special Education Teachers | 3,897,520 | $63,130 | $70,940 |
| Elementary and Middle School Teachers | 2,020,170 | $62,520 | $69,920 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | 1,387,290 | $62,360 | $69,850 |
| Other Educational Instruction and Library Occupations | 1,280,910 | $36,170 | $40,280 |
| Secondary School Teachers | 1,162,900 | $64,590 | $73,530 |
| Teaching Assistants | 1,145,980 | $35,440 | $36,130 |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | 1,145,980 | $35,440 | $36,130 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | 1,061,890 | $64,690 | $73,800 |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | 618,700 | $62,990 | $70,090 |
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 530,110 | $46,320 | $48,180 |
| Special Education Teachers | 527,030 | $64,290 | $71,980 |
| Other Teachers and Instructors | 525,240 | $43,800 | $50,810 |
| Management Occupations | 418,310 | $105,290 | $116,050 |
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | 403,240 | $39,050 | $45,910 |
| Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations | 354,970 | $37,900 | $40,950 |
| Other Management Occupations | 345,110 | $103,620 | $112,150 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 332,060 | $34,700 | $35,680 |
| Education and Childcare Administrators | 327,880 | $103,780 | $112,730 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary in education & training?
According to Bureau of Labor Statistics data (2024), the average annual wage in education & training is $61,980. This varies by occupation and location.
How many people work in education & training?
The education & training sector employs approximately 8,824,150 workers nationally as of 2024.
What are the highest-paying jobs in education & training?
Based on median wages, some of the top-paying occupations include All Occupations, Educational Instruction and Library Occupations, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, Secondary, and Special Education Teachers, and others listed in the table above.
Related Sub-Industries
- 611100 - Elementary and Secondary Schools
- 611102 - Elementary and Secondary Schools, State Government Owned
- 611103 - Elementary and Secondary Schools, Local Government Owned
- 611105 - Elementary and Secondary Schools, Privately Owned
- 611200 - Junior Colleges (including private, state, and local government owned)
- 611202 - Junior Colleges, State Government Owned
- 611203 - Junior Colleges, Local Government Owned
- 611205 - Junior Colleges, Privately Owned
- 611300 - Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
- 611302 - Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools, State Government Owned
- 611303 - Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools, Local Government Owned
- 611305 - Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools, Privately Owned
- 611400 - Business Schools and Computer and Management Training
- 611405 - Business Schools and Computer and Management Training, Privately Owned
- 611500 - Technical and Trade Schools
- 611502 - Technical and Trade Schools, State Government Owned
- 611503 - Technical and Trade Schools, Local Government Owned
- 611505 - Technical and Trade Schools, Privately Owned
- 611600 - Other Schools and Instruction
- 611603 - Other schools and instruction, Local Government Owned
- 611605 - Other schools and instruction, Privately owned
- 611700 - Educational Support Services
- 611703 - Educational Support Services, Local Government Owned
- 611705 - Educational Support Services, Privately Owned
Data Source
All salary and employment data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program. Data represents 2024 annual averages. For methodology details, visit our methodology page.