California Median
$130,680
per year
Hourly Rate
$62.83
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+63% vs US median
US median $79,940
State Rank
#1 of 48
3,810 employed here
How much does a Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary make in California?
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary in California take home a median of $130,680 annually — roughly $62.83 an hour — which runs 63% above the national median of $79,940.
Within California, entry-level pay starts around $77,570 while the top 10% make $226,560 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $101,600 and $169,110 a year.
Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary salary range in California
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $77,570 | $37.29 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $101,600 | $48.85 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $130,680 | $62.83 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $169,110 | $81.30 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $226,560 | $108.92 |
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How California compares
California ranks 1st out of 48 states and territories for Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary salary in other states
Delaware $101,510Michigan $99,330Rhode Island $95,600Oregon $91,770New Hampshire $91,670New York $87,230Minnesota $85,570Washington $85,560Massachusetts $85,490Connecticut $85,020Vermont $84,860Maryland $83,360Utah $83,270Nevada $82,540Pennsylvania $82,170Colorado $81,930District of Columbia $81,880Ohio $81,330Maine $81,130New Jersey $80,660Montana $80,610Wisconsin $80,480Iowa $80,300Louisiana $79,940Nebraska $79,310Indiana $78,780South Carolina $77,580Illinois $77,080Texas $76,990Wyoming $76,910North Dakota $76,770Tennessee $76,240Virginia $75,830Missouri $74,640North Carolina $73,620Arizona $71,230West Virginia $69,370New Mexico $66,550Georgia $66,440Alabama $65,900Kentucky $65,820Oklahoma $64,660South Dakota $64,620Kansas $64,330Mississippi $61,760Florida $60,700Arkansas $54,340
Working as a Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary in California
Nationally, about 48,000 people work as Mathematical 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 California pay ($130,680) 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 Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary make in California?
The median Mathematical Science Teacher, Postsecondary salary in California is $130,680 per year, or about $62.83 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $77,570 at the entry level to $226,560 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary about 63% more than the national median of $79,940. California ranks 1st out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $130,680 a year. About 3,810 Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary are employed in California. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in California?
The highest-paying occupations in California include Ophthalmologist, Except Pediatric ($400,150), Neurologist ($357,080), Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers ($353,900), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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