12th Grade History Teacher Salary in California

How much does a 12th Grade History Teacher make in California? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for a 12th Grade History Teacher in California is $65,556 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a 12th Grade History Teacher's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,697
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,786 to $74,005
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,622

Key Factors That Influence 12th Grade History Teacher Salaries

A 12th Grade History Teacher's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects 12th Grade History Teacher Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a 12th Grade History Teacher's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $51,062
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $56,423
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,796
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $98,334
  • Expert (over 8 years): $128,528
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Data Control Clerk I less than 1 year $51,062
Data Control Clerk II 1-2 years $56,423
12th Grade History Teacher 2-4 years $63,796
Data Control Supervisor 5-8 years $98,334
Data Governance Supervisor over 8 years $128,528

Top Paying Cities for 12th Grade History Teacher

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $65,669
  • West Hollywood: $65,622
  • Dodgertown: $65,669

12th Grade History Teacher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For 12th Grade History Teacher roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, 12th Grade History Teacher positions in Financial Services or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view 12th Grade History Teacher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a 12th Grade History Teacher

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities $78,668 $38.0 20%
Aerospace & Defense $75,390 $36.0 15%
Insurance $73,423 $35.0 12%
Business Services $72,112 $35.0 10%
MFG Nondurable $71,457 $34.0 9%

12th Grade History Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a 12th Grade History Teacher's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Yearly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Hourly
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Last Updated on October 01, 2026
$58,786
Average $65,556/year
$74,005
$4,899
Average $5,463/month
$6,167
$1,131
Average $1,261/week
$1,423
$28
Average $32/hour
$36
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $74,005 $6,167 $1,423 $36
Average $65,556 $5,463 $1,261 $32
25th Percentile $58,786 $4,899 $1,131 $28

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