Postsecondary Teachers, All Other Salary (2025)
Based on 149,840 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $44,300 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $59,290 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $77,640 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $106,770 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $160,700 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$44K
25th
$59K
Median
$78K
75th
$107K
90th
$161K
Highest Paying States for Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $116,540 |
| California | $111,940 |
| New Jersey | $111,350 |
| Maryland | $102,710 |
| Colorado | $102,600 |
| Virginia | $102,560 |
| Oklahoma | $99,220 |
| Delaware | $95,930 |
| Pennsylvania | $94,570 |
| North Carolina | $88,990 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Massachusetts at an average of $116,540 per year, while North Carolina has an average of $88,990 — a difference of $27,550. 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 Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 149,840 workers were employed as Postsecondary Teachers, All Others in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Educational Instruction and Library Occupations. The annual mean wage of $90,630 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-1199