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Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$133,230
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.3% vs 2024
$150,060
Mean Salary
$133,230
Median Salary
$64.05
Hourly Rate
1,410 people work as Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in California
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in California earn a median salary of $133,230 per year ($11,102/month).
This is 32.5% above the national average of $100,578.
California ranks #1 out of 40 states for Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary pay.
Approximately 1,410 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 3.3% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Top Skills
Speaking
4.75
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Active Listening
4.0
Writing
4.0
Science
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Education and Training
4.68
English Language
4.48
Mathematics
4.33
Physics
3.87
Chemistry
3.76
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(46.5% of workers)
Salary Range: Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in California
Salaries for Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in California range from $73,170 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $260,890 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $99,270 and $202,470.
How much do Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary make in California?
The median annual salary for Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in California is $133,230 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $150,060.
What is the salary range for a Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in California?
Salaries for Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in California range from $73,170 at the 10th percentile to $260,890 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $99,270 and $202,470.
What is the starting salary for a Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in California?
Entry-level Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary positions in California typically start around $73,170 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $99,270 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,410 people are employed as Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary in California is approximately $64.05 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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