Salary distribution
Where Utah middle school teachers fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $59,740 and $95,170, with a median of $75,490.
Middle School Teachers in Utah: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 22 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $62,998. 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 | 2 | $71,393 |
| Level II — qualified | 1 | $62,800 |
| Level III — experienced | 1 | $70,176 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Middle School Teachers in Utah. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington County School District | Chinese Dual Immersion Teacher | 6 | $50,136 |
| Alpine School District | Junior High Teacher (French) | 4 | $81,599 |
| Granite School District | Junior High Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Spanish) | 2 | $89,175 |
| Weber School District | Junior High Spanish Immersion Teacher | 1 | $56,962 |
| Canyons School District | Dual Immersion Teacher | 1 | $76,810 |
| Jordan School District | Middle School Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Spanish) | 1 | $63,196 |
| Tooele County School District | Dual Immersion Teacher | 1 | $77,452 |
| Wasatch County School District | DLI Spanish Teacher | 1 | $95,786 |
| Wasatch Waldorf Charter School | Waldorf Music Education Teacher | 1 | $62,800 |
| Iron County School District | Secondary Dual Language Immersion Teacher [Chinese] | 1 | $53,318 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Junior High Teacher (French) at Alpine School District$84,718AMERICAN FORKDecided Dec 12, 2025I-200-25339-462550
- Chinese Dual Immersion Teacher at Washington County School District$51,768Saint GeorgeDecided Nov 14, 2025I-200-25307-360444
- Junior High Spanish Immersion Teacher at Weber School District$56,962OgdenDecided May 19, 2025I-200-25132-966165
- Dual Immersion Teacher at Canyons School District$76,810SandyDecided Apr 18, 2025I-200-25101-857329
- Middle School Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Spanish) at Jordan School District$63,196West JordanDecided Mar 31, 2025I-200-25083-799758
- Dual Immersion Teacher at Tooele County School District$77,452ErdaDecided Mar 20, 2025I-200-25072-774280
- Junior High Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Spanish) at Granite School District$86,216Salt Lake CityDecided Mar 18, 2025I-200-25071-767280
- Junior High Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Chinese) at Granite School District$92,133Salt Lake CityDecided Mar 4, 2025I-200-25057-724219
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.
Middle 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.
Middle School Teachers specialties in Utah
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 8 certified offers. The most common variant is Chinese Dual Immersion Teacher at a median of $50,952.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese Dual Immersion Teacher | Washington County School District | 4 | $50,952 |
| Junior High Dual Language Immersion Teacher (Chinese) | Alpine School District | 4 | $87,810 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated 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
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.5 / 5
Education and Training
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Instructing
Technical
- 4.1 / 5
Speaking
Basic skill
- 4.1 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Learning Strategies
Cross-functional
- 4.0 / 5
Writing
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
Active Listening
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
- 02
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- 03
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
- 04
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
- 05
Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- 06
Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- 07
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- 08
Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
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 Middle School Teachers in Utah?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Middle School Teachers in Utah is $75,490.
- How does Utah compare to the national median for Middle School Teachers?
- The Utah median is +11.2% versus the BLS national figure of $67,911.
- What is the salary range for Middle School Teachers in Utah?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $47,750 and the 90th-percentile at $99,000, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Middle 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 Middle 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.