Idaho’s average K-12 teacher pay has increased to nearly $63,000 this school year.

That’s about 2% more than last school year, and a 42% increase over the past decade.

But while Idaho salaries have increased over time, they still don’t compete with those in neighboring states, according to a recent state report on the educator pipeline. And on a national scale, Idaho has historically had some of the lowest-paid teachers.

Education groups that represent teachers and administrators have called on the state to increase teacher pay. And a recent statewide survey showed public support for increased teacher pay.