Deciding where you want to teach is tough enough, but even tougher in this economy. Teaching is a challenging job and some areas of the U.S. reward teachers with larger salaries.



These states offer a variety of places to teach, from urban to rural districts, well-known for their high regard of the education profession. If you’re looking for a teaching job, try one of these 10 high-paying markets to find a home for your teaching career.



Keep in the mind that to teach in a public school in the U.S., you’ll need to have a Bachelor’s degree at minimum. Teaching is becoming a more competitive field, so increase your chances of getting the job you want with a higher degree.

1. California

2. New York

3. Connecticut

4. New Jersey

5. District of Columbia

6. Illinois

7. Massachusetts

8. Maryland

9. Rhode Island

10. Alaska