Salary distribution
Where Utah elementary school teachers fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $52,490 and $77,790, with a median of $61,710.
Elementary School Teachers in Utah: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 89 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $70,931. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 7 | $83,533 |
| Level II — qualified | 3 | $61,110 |
| Level III — experienced | 2 | $70,670 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 1 | $77,788 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Elementary School Teachers in Utah. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davis School District | Elementary Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Spanish) | 12 | $64,887 |
| Washington County School District | Chinese Dual Immersion Teacher | 11 | $50,136 |
| Jordan School District | Elementary Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Spanish) | 9 | $70,396 |
| Alpine School District | Elementary Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Chinese) | 9 | $82,462 |
| Provo City School District | Grade 6 Chinese DI Teacher | 7 | $75,472 |
| Cache County School District | Elementary Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Portuguese) | 6 | $77,792 |
| Tooele County School District | Dual Immersion Teacher | 5 | $77,000 |
| Wasatch County School District | 4th Grade Spanish Dual Immersion Teacher | 5 | $99,511 |
| Canyons School District | Dual Immersion Teacher | 4 | $76,590 |
| North Sanpete School District | Dual Immersion Teacher | 3 | $68,159 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Grade 6 Chinese DI Teacher at Provo City School District$75,480ProvoDecided Dec 8, 2025I-200-25335-448029
- Chinese Dual Immersion Teacher at Washington County School District$51,768Santa ClaraDecided Nov 24, 2025I-200-25321-412728
- Dual Immersion Teacher at Tooele County School District$75,000TooeleDecided Nov 18, 2025I-200-25314-394270
- Elementary Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Chinese) at Davis School District$51,845FarmingtonDecided Sep 24, 2025I-200-25261-317022
- Elementary Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Chinese) at Davis School District$63,191FarmingtonDecided Sep 11, 2025I-200-25247-288096
- Elementary Dual Language Immersion Teacher [Chinese] at Iron County School District$60,758Cedar CityDecided Sep 9, 2025I-200-25245-281315
- Elementary Teacher, First Grade at Endeavor Hall Charter School$60,000West Valley CityWage Level IIDecided Aug 11, 2025I-200-25216-219772
- Dual Immersion Teacher at Tooele County School District$77,000TooeleDecided Aug 6, 2025I-200-25211-211084
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Elementary School Teachers pay by experience level in Utah
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Elementary School Teachers specialties in Utah
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 71 certified offers. The most common variant is Elementary Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Chinese) at a median of $68,713.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Chinese) | Davis School District | 34 | $68,713 |
| Dual Immersion Teacher | Tooele County School District | 16 | $76,000 |
| Chinese Dual Immersion Teacher | Washington County School District | 7 | $50,136 |
| Elementary DLI Teacher (Spanish) | Box Elder School District | 4 | $79,238 |
| Spanish Dual Immersion Teacher | Washington County School District | 4 | $50,136 |
| Grade 6 Chinese DI Teacher | Provo City School District | 3 | $75,472 |
| Grade 6 Portuguese DI Teacher | Provo City School District | 3 | $75,472 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Elementary School Teachers in Utah, by industry
Median offered wage across 89 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Education leads with a median of $70,931.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Davis School District | 87 | $70,931 |
| Government and public sector | RENAISSANCE ACADEMY | 2 | $72,626 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Utah over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
Internship/residency
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.6 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.5 / 5
Education and Training
Knowledge
- 4.4 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Speaking
Basic skill
- 4.3 / 5
Instructing
Technical
- 4.1 / 5
Learning Strategies
Cross-functional
- 4.0 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 4.0 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students.
- 02
Instruct students individually and in groups, using teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- 03
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- 04
Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- 05
Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
- 06
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- 07
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
- 08
Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
-2.0%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Declining
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Elementary School Teachers in Utah?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Elementary School Teachers in Utah is $61,710.
- How does Utah compare to the national median for Elementary School Teachers?
- The Utah median is -9.0% versus the BLS national figure of $67,847.
- What is the salary range for Elementary School Teachers in Utah?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $47,060 and the 90th-percentile at $88,910, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Elementary School Teachers a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment declining by -2.0% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Elementary School Teachers?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.