Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary Salary (2025)
Based on 41,530 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $49,050 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $63,400 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $80,340 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $105,920 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $153,600 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$49K
25th
$63K
Median
$80K
75th
$106K
90th
$154K
Highest Paying States for Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $126,620 |
| Maryland | $121,600 |
| New Hampshire | $117,160 |
| Delaware | $114,090 |
| New York | $110,220 |
| Michigan | $103,940 |
| District of Columbia | $103,860 |
| North Dakota | $102,870 |
| New Mexico | $98,170 |
| Connecticut | $97,770 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $126,620 per year, while Connecticut has an average of $97,770 — a difference of $28,850. 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 Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 41,530 workers were employed as Psychology 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 $93,860 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-1066