Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$96,450
per year
Hourly Rate
$46.37
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-1% vs US median
US median $96,980
State Rank
#20 of 48
3,170 employed here

How much does a Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary make in New York?

A Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary working in New York earns a median salary of $96,450 per year, or about $46.37 per hour. That is 1% below the national median of $96,980 for this occupation.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $51,180 while the top 10% make $170,200 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $73,980 and $130,360 a year.

Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$51,180$24.61
25th percentile (early career)$73,980$35.57
50th percentile (median)$96,450$46.37
75th percentile (experienced)$130,360$62.67
90th percentile (top earners)$170,200$81.83

How New York compares

New York ranks 20th out of 48 states and territories for Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1California$128,210
2Massachusetts$128,030
3Utah$124,460
4Michigan$107,690
5Oregon$107,310

Working as a Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary in New York

Nationally, about 35,000 people work as Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($96,450) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary make in New York?
The median Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary salary in New York is $96,450 per year, or about $46.37 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $51,180 at the entry level to $170,200 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary about 1% less than the national median of $96,980. New York ranks 20th out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $96,450 a year. About 3,170 Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary are employed in New York. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.