Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary Salary (2025)
Based on 50,190 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $52,150 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $64,350 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $84,620 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $126,770 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $169,900 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$52K
25th
$64K
Median
$85K
75th
$127K
90th
$170K
Highest Paying States for Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $146,810 |
| Massachusetts | $134,120 |
| New Hampshire | $126,680 |
| New York | $114,100 |
| District of Columbia | $113,410 |
| Washington | $111,370 |
| Arizona | $110,880 |
| Michigan | $109,950 |
| Connecticut | $109,380 |
| Minnesota | $109,120 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $146,810 per year, while Minnesota has an average of $109,120 — a difference of $37,690. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 50,190 workers were employed as Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondarys in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Educational Instruction and Library Occupations. The annual mean wage of $102,840 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-1042