Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary Salary (2025)
Based on 9,900 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $59,700 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $77,260 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $103,170 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $135,510 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $203,190 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$60K
25th
$77K
Median
$103K
75th
$136K
90th
$203K
Highest Paying States for Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $150,060 |
| New Jersey | $141,920 |
| Connecticut | $138,800 |
| Massachusetts | $133,090 |
| Virginia | $130,070 |
| Maryland | $124,890 |
| Oregon | $123,470 |
| New Hampshire | $120,990 |
| Oklahoma | $120,260 |
| Texas | $120,210 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $150,060 per year, while Texas has an average of $120,210 — a difference of $29,850. 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 Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 9,900 workers were employed as Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences 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 $116,020 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-1051