Postsecondary Teachers

Occupation

$81,600

National Median Salary

—

Median Hourly Wage

1,396,300

Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$47,010

$61,300

$81,600

$125,900

$180,630

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+29.5%

10 Year Change

$63,010

2014 Median

$81,600

2024 Median

Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Where This Career Pays Above Average

Note: State and industry pay breakdowns are available for more specific job titles.

Top Paying Industries for Postsecondary Teachers

Industry	Annual Median	Employment
Offices of Physicians	$209,580	1,470
Scientific Research and Development Services	$207,890	2,920
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences	$207,890	2,920
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services	$205,480	3,140
Ambulatory Health Care Services	$171,610	1,700

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