Economics Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in the United States
The median annual wage for economics teachers, postsecondary in the U.S. is $123,920, according to the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program, May 2025 estimates.
- Median annual wage
- $123,920
- Mean annual wage
- $138,850
- Median hourly wage
- —
- Employment
- 11,560
11,560 employed
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $64,060 | — |
| 25th percentile | $86,840 | — |
| Median (50th) | $123,920 | — |
| 75th percentile | $168,770 | — |
| 90th percentile | $224,200 | — |
Highest-paying states for economics teachers, postsecondary
| State | Median annual wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | $201,610 | 80 |
| Massachusetts | $164,410 | 750 |
| District of Columbia | $161,860 | 220 |
| Connecticut | $155,950 | 300 |
| California | $137,360 | 770 |
| Arizona | $137,250 | 100 |
| Oregon | $136,450 | 180 |
| Vermont | $134,850 | 80 |
| Maryland | $133,540 | 200 |
| Louisiana | $132,670 | 70 |
Lowest-paying states
- Arkansas: $76,610 median annual wage
- Iowa: $85,090 median annual wage
- South Dakota: $85,700 median annual wage
- Mississippi: $88,290 median annual wage
- Florida: $91,140 median annual wage
About this occupation
Teach courses in economics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Typical tasks
- Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
- Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
- Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks.
- Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head.
- Act as advisers to student organizations.
- Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
Education of the current workforce — typical entry: Doctoral or professional degree
| Education level | Share of workers |
|---|---|
| Less than high school diploma | 0.6% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 1.7% |
| Some college, no degree | 2.0% |
| Associate's degree | 1.5% |
| Bachelor's degree | 15.1% |
| Master's degree | 30.6% |
| Doctoral or professional degree | 48.5% |
Occupation profile data from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Related occupations
- Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary$36,780
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$63,970
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$72,040
- Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$64,370
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$41,670
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$38,140
- Self-Enrichment Teachers$46,800
- Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School$65,120
About this data
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — data period May 2025, retrieved August 13, 2026.
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — data period May 2025, retrieved August 13, 2026.
- CareerOneStop Occupation Profiles — data period 2026-08, retrieved August 14, 2026.
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