Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

Occupation

$80,330
National Median Salary
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Median Hourly Wage
41,610
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$47,870
$62,290
$80,330
$106,640
$158,900

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

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+16.9%
10 Year Change
$68,690
2014 Median
$80,330
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Best Paying States Fastest Growing States Where This Career Pays Above Average

Top Paying Industries for Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

Industry Annual Median Employment
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools $78,150 18,110
Educational Services $78,150 18,270
Junior Colleges $76,470 130
Technical and Trade Schools $56,510 40

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Top Paying States for Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

State Annual Median Employment
California $106,470 5,150
North Dakota $100,340 60
Maryland $99,740 660
New York $98,630 4,120
Connecticut $98,390 640

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