Postsecondary Teachers Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for postsecondary teacherss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $103,470 ≈ $50/hr
National median salary $82,250
Total employment 1,370,560 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do postsecondary teachers make in the U.S.?
The median postsecondary teachers salary in the United States is $82,250 per year (mean $103,470), and about 80% earn between $48,230 and $177,070.
How much do postsecondary teachers make per hour?
Roughly $50 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $103,470 and 2,080 work hours per year.