Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary Salary (2025)
Based on 47,670 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $49,180 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $61,690 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $79,940 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $105,000 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $139,340 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$49K
25th
$62K
Median
$80K
75th
$105K
90th
$139K
Highest Paying States for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $141,340 |
| Rhode Island | $113,690 |
| Michigan | $104,810 |
| Delaware | $104,480 |
| Maryland | $103,800 |
| Massachusetts | $100,910 |
| New York | $99,810 |
| District of Columbia | $99,090 |
| Oregon | $98,190 |
| Connecticut | $98,040 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $141,340 per year, while Connecticut has an average of $98,040 — a difference of $43,300. 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 Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 47,670 workers were employed as Mathematical 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 $91,550 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-1022