Earnings
The income of school administrators depends on the position, the level of responsibility, and the size and geographic location of the school or school district.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the median annual salary of kindergarten through secondary school education administrators was $104,070 in May 2024. Salaries ranged from less than $72,400 to more than $165,820.
School administrators also receive a variety of other benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation and sick leave.
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