Secondary School Teacher Salary in Birmingham, AL
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$55,384
Hourly Rate
$26.63
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,097
employed
Secondary School Teacher Salary Range in Birmingham, AL
Annual Salary Range
$36k
10th percentile
$45k
25th
$67k
75th
$80k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $35,841 | $17.23 |
| 25th Percentile | $45,105 | $21.69 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $55,384 | $26.63 |
| 75th Percentile | $67,178 | $32.30 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $79,963 | $38.44 |
| Average (Mean) | $60,829 | $29.24 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Secondary School Teacher salary in Birmingham, AL is $55,384 per year or $26.63 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Birmingham-Hoover Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Birmingham, AL Compares
vs National Average
$62,360
vs Alabama Average
$67,216
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$61,744
Cost of living in Birmingham, AL is 10.3% below the national average.
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