Oregon Median
$113,500
per year
Hourly Rate
$54.57
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+16% vs US median
US median $97,590
State Rank
#2 of 28
180 employed here
How much does a Geography Teacher, Postsecondary make in Oregon?
Geography Teachers, Postsecondary in Oregon take home a median of $113,500 annually — roughly $54.57 an hour — which runs 16% above the national median of $97,590.
Within Oregon, entry-level pay starts around $37,990 while the top 10% make $190,300 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $65,270 and $171,540 a year.
Geography Teacher, Postsecondary salary range in Oregon
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $37,990 | $18.26 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $65,270 | $31.38 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $113,500 | $54.57 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $171,540 | $82.47 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $190,300 | $91.49 |
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How Oregon compares
Oregon ranks 2nd out of 28 states and territories for Geography Teacher, Postsecondary pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Geography Teacher, Postsecondary salary in other states
California $146,040Vermont $107,790Connecticut $105,470Maryland $103,430Massachusetts $101,870Illinois $100,790New York $100,420Texas $99,510Pennsylvania $97,120Minnesota $95,890Washington $90,550New Mexico $89,060Kentucky $86,790South Carolina $85,810Georgia $85,420North Carolina $84,630Oklahoma $84,170Missouri $83,530Indiana $82,830Arizona $82,510Michigan $81,380Ohio $81,290Tennessee $81,220Wisconsin $78,710New Jersey $78,540Mississippi $75,130Nebraska $72,300
Working as a Geography Teacher, Postsecondary in Oregon
Nationally, about 3,000 people work as Geography Teachers, Postsecondary in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Oregon pay ($113,500) 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 Geography Teacher, Postsecondary make in Oregon?
The median Geography Teacher, Postsecondary salary in Oregon is $113,500 per year, or about $54.57 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $37,990 at the entry level to $190,300 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Oregon pay compare to the national average?
Oregon pays Geography Teachers, Postsecondary about 16% more than the national median of $97,590. Oregon ranks 2nd out of 28 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Oregon a good state for Geography Teachers, Postsecondary?
Yes on pay — Oregon pays above the national median for this occupation, at $113,500 a year. About 180 Geography Teachers, Postsecondary are employed in Oregon. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Oregon?
The highest-paying occupations in Oregon include Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($395,340), Physician, All Other ($347,180), Chief Executive ($341,630), 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.