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 elementary and secondary school education administrators was $96,400 in May 2019. Salaries ranged from less than $63,070 to more than $148,630.
School administrators also receive a variety of other benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation and sick leave.
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