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Yahoo
23-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Time for a raise? NJ residents weigh In on pay for teachers, EMTs, firefighters, more
New Jersey residents wasted no time in responding to a survey that asked a thought-provoking question regarding teachers and other public sector workers pay. With teachers and other public sector workers being the most respected professions in society, it's no surprise that these professionals remain notoriously underpaid, according to Test Prep Insight. The online education company surveyed 3,042 participants based on age, gender and geography to find out how much they think teachers and other public sector workers should be paid. The findings suggest that overall Americans believe teachers across the country should earn an additional $17,344 per year. And in the Garden State, the public polled agreed that teachers should earn $18,780 more than the average $42,667 state salary, according to This would increase the yearly salary to $61,447, the report stated. "Public sector workers, especially teachers, play an invaluable role in shaping our communities, yet their compensation fails to reflect their contributions," says Matt Ross of Test Prep Insight. "Our survey results highlight the public's growing recognition of this issue and the urgent need for change. It's time for meaningful policy discussions that prioritize fair wages for those who dedicate their lives to public service." More: Best Places to Work in the US includes this New Jersey financial services firm According to the survey, these are public sector careers that deserve the biggest pay increases: Teachers: $18,780 Postal Workers: $16,400 EMTs: $15,450 Public Transportation Drivers: $12,100 Park Rangers: $8,450 Firefighters: $7,272.73 Sanitation: $6,575 The survey asked respondents what factors contribute most to these wage disparities. Here are the findings: 38% of respondents attributed it to political decision-making 30% pointed to broader economic conditions within their states 18% of responses say budget constraints in education 8% believe unions and collective bargaining play a role This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Survey: NJ public wants fair pay for teachers, postal workers, more
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
The most underpaid jobs in Delaware, what their salaries should be, according to survey
Wondering which jobs Delawareans think are the most underpaid? A new survey revealed the job most in need of a pay raise in Delaware, along with other underpaid professions. Online education company Test Prep Insight asked 3,042 respondents how much they think teachers and other public sector workers should be paid. Of all the responses for Delaware, teachers most needed a pay raise. The survey found that American believe teachers should earn an additional $17,344 per year. In Delaware, respondents increased that increase to $23,505 per year, jumping from the average state salary of $43,995, according to to $67,500. Postal workers were the demographic in Delaware with the second-most need for a pay raise. Respondents suggested they should earn $16,400 more than their current salary. Other Delaware public sector workers revealed to have significant perceived wage gaps were: EMTs, with a suggested $15,450 pay raise. Public transportation drivers, with a suggested $12,100 pay raise. Park rangers, with a suggested $8,450 pay raise. Firefighters, with a suggested $7,272.73 pay raise. Sanitation workers, with a suggested $6,575 pay raise. Education news: How district policy kept Brandywine leaders from reporting claims about school therapist Elsewhere in the United States, Montana leads with the highest pay gap difference of $35,385 between what teachers make and the $75,000 salary respondents think they should make. Utah and Vermont trail closely behind with suggested increases of more than $32,000 annually. California has the smallest pay gap difference of $2,210 between what teachers make and what respondents think they should make. Mississippi follows closely with a salary pay gap of $2,646. Got a tip or a story idea? Contact Krys'tal Griffin at kgriffin@ This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: New survey reveals Delaware's most underpaid jobs. What do you think?
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Survey reveals Georgians believe teachers should be paid more
The Brief Teacher Pay Concerns: A survey shows Georgians believe teachers should earn nearly $30,000 more than their current average salary of $64,000. Largest Pay Gap in the South: The $29,000 difference between current and expected teacher salaries is the highest among all Southern states. Wage Concerns Beyond Education: The survey also highlights low pay for other essential workers, including postal employees, EMTs, and public transportation drivers. ATLANTA - A new survey reveals that Georgians believe teachers in the state are significantly underpaid, with respondents suggesting educators should earn nearly $30,000 more than they currently do. What we know According to the National Education Association, as of May 2024, the average salary for Georgia teachers was approximately $64,000 per year. However, a report by online education company Test Prep Insight found that survey participants believe that amount falls far short of what teachers should be earning. The $29,000 pay gap identified in the survey is the largest among all Southern states. Alabamians believe teachers should be paid $11,870 more and Floridians believe teachers should be paid $22,276 more. Dig deeper Beyond teachers, the survey also highlighted concerns over wages for other essential workers, including postal employees, emergency medical technicians, and public transportation drivers. Click here to see the full results of the survey.
