Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary Salary
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary earn a median $103,170 a year nationally. Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
U.S. median
$103,170
$49.60 per hour
Range
$59,700 – $203,190
10th to 90th percentile
Employed
9,900
across the U.S.
▲1.8%
Pay trend: The median for atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary in the U.S. rose from $101,390 (May 2024) to $103,170 (May 2025). That trailed inflation (2.4%), so buying power slipped about 0.6%.
What atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary do
Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics.
- Typical education
- Doctoral or professional degree
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- None
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +2.4% (about average)
- Openings per year
- 800
Employment of atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary is projected to grow 2.4% from 2025 to 2035, about the same as the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 800 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
Your take-home pay
$81,410
per year · effective tax rate 21.1%
$6,784Monthly
$3,392Twice a month
$3,131Every 2 weeks
$39.14Hourly
- Federal income tax$13,867
- Social Security (6.2%)$6,397
- Medicare (1.45%)$1,496
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$81,410
Marginal rate: 22% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $59,700 | $28.70 | $50,149 |
| 25th percentile | $77,260 | $37.14 | $63,182 |
| Median (50th) | $103,170 | $49.60 | $81,410 |
| 75th percentile | $135,510 | $65.15 | $103,887 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $203,190 | $97.69 | $151,276 |
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $133,230 | +3.3% | $92,436 | $73,170 – $239,200+ | 1,410 |
| New Jersey | $131,930 | +29.0% | $95,226 | $66,110 – $217,160 | 270 |
| New Hampshire | $130,230 | — | $100,278 | $63,990 – $163,450 | 50 |
| Oregon | $128,140 | +18.8% | $88,464 | $75,970 – $174,730 | 340 |
| Connecticut | $123,770 | +17.2% | $90,587 | $67,520 – $226,580 | 230 |
| Virginia | $119,940 | +10.8% | $87,125 | $65,240 – $214,740 | 230 |
| Arizona | $110,600 | −2.8% | $84,081 | $78,780 – $175,470 | 240 |
| Massachusetts | $108,930 | +6.4% | $80,236 | $64,150 – $217,460 | 470 |
| Maryland | $107,700 | −11.3% | $79,842 | $71,480 – $214,340 | 180 |
| Wisconsin | $107,370 | +4.2% | $80,055 | $67,180 – $175,740 | 130 |
| New Mexico | $106,990 | +4.2% | $80,186 | $61,380 – $137,420 | 50 |
| Nevada | $105,860 | +4.3% | $83,303 | $62,850 – $160,750 | 60 |
| Pennsylvania | $105,650 | +11.3% | $79,911 | $69,370 – $159,250 | 220 |
| Texas | $105,080 | −0.0% | $82,754 | $62,910 – $208,320 | 690 |
| Michigan | $104,780 | +4.2% | $78,340 | $55,210 – $170,720 | 180 |
| Oklahoma | $104,270 | — | $78,037 | $67,180 – $180,830 | 30 |
| Washington | $103,070 | +5.3% | $81,340 | $58,360 – $165,070 | 210 |
| North Carolina | $102,980 | +1.0% | $77,676 | $63,180 – $174,010 | 360 |
| Minnesota | $102,900 | +3.9% | $75,746 | $66,680 – $162,200 | 90 |
| Missouri | $102,200 | −0.2% | $76,862 | $57,690 – $192,270 | 130 |
| Kansas | $101,750 | −10.6% | $75,533 | $57,460 – $172,460 | 80 |
| Wyoming | $100,240 | +3.9% | $79,349 | $52,790 – $129,920 | 50 |
| Indiana | $99,970 | +21.2% | $76,239 | $60,520 – $160,770 | 130 |
| North Dakota | $98,000 | −7.2% | $77,121 | $79,960 – $141,730 | 60 |
| Iowa | $97,660 | +25.7% | $74,475 | $68,690 – $132,480 | 50 |
| Utah | $97,240 | +24.8% | $73,829 | $62,890 – $162,180 | 180 |
| Kentucky | $95,830 | +3.9% | $73,010 | $60,860 – $179,250 | 40 |
| Maine | $95,320 | +6.2% | $70,568 | $60,760 – $170,050 | 130 |
| Ohio | $94,890 | −1.4% | $73,758 | $64,340 – $158,860 | 150 |
| Georgia | $94,790 | −17.1% | $71,218 | $76,300 – $126,060 | 50 |
| New York | $87,350 | −13.9% | $66,161 | $51,520 – $203,190 | 1,730 |
| Illinois | $87,150 | +10.5% | $65,971 | $49,400 – $170,660 | 150 |
| Tennessee | $85,020 | +6.5% | $68,642 | $50,250 – $127,530 | 120 |
| Florida | $81,980 | +45.6% | $66,503 | $58,730 – $140,910 | 350 |
| Alabama | $81,940 | +3.0% | $62,643 | $56,080 – $127,790 | 90 |
| West Virginia | $81,850 | +1.8% | $63,401 | $57,010 – $120,560 | 40 |
| Colorado | $79,190 | −1.0% | $61,764 | $45,030 – $171,850 | 340 |
| Mississippi | $77,670 | +19.8% | $61,096 | $61,380 – $100,340 | 120 |
| South Carolina | $76,500 | −0.8% | $59,215 | $53,990 – $115,530 | 80 |
| South Dakota | $63,160 | +2.6% | $52,929 | $59,480 – $116,740 | 70 |
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| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | $100,310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.4% |
| Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $94,980 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.7% |
| Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary | $93,250 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.3% |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $101,420 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.8% |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,650 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.6% |
| Business Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,080 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.9% |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $107,310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +17.9% |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,700 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.9% |
| Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,070 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.5% |
| Geography Teachers, Postsecondary | $97,590 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.7% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary make?
The national median salary for atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary is $103,170 a year ($49.60 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,700 and the top 10% earn over $203,190. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary the most?
California has the highest median pay at $133,230.
How many atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary are there in the U.S.?
About 9,900 people work as atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary nationwide.