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Physics Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Physics Teachers, Postsecondary make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$139,420
Median Annual Salary
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+8.8% vs 2024
$166,780
Mean Salary
$139,420
Median Salary
$67.03
Hourly Rate
1,130 people work as Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in California
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in California earn a median salary of $139,420 per year ($11,618/month).
This is 44.4% above the national average of $96,583.
California ranks #1 out of 47 states for Physics Teachers, Postsecondary pay.
Approximately 1,130 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 8.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses pertaining to the laws of matter and energy. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Top Skills
Instructing
4.25
Reading Comprehension
4.12
Speaking
4.12
Science
4.12
Active Listening
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Mathematics
4.81
Physics
4.49
Education and Training
4.38
English Language
4.2
Computers and Electronics
3.88
Typical Education: Doctoral Degree
(53.8% of workers)
Salary Range: Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in California
Salaries for Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in California range from $80,060 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $292,150 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $105,810 and $213,730.
How much do Physics Teachers, Postsecondary make in California?
The median annual salary for Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in California is $139,420 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $166,780.
What is the salary range for a Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in California?
Salaries for Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in California range from $80,060 at the 10th percentile to $292,150 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $105,810 and $213,730.
What is the starting salary for a Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in California?
Entry-level Physics Teachers, Postsecondary positions in California typically start around $80,060 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $105,810 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,130 people are employed as Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in California is approximately $67.03 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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