Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary Salary
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary earn a median $96,980 a year nationally. Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
U.S. median
$96,980
$46.63 per hour
Range
$49,460 – $170,200
10th to 90th percentile
Employed
35,480
across the U.S.
▲0.3%
Pay trend: The median for computer science teachers, postsecondary in the U.S. rose from $96,690 (May 2024) to $96,980 (May 2025). That trailed inflation (2.4%), so buying power slipped about 2.1%.
What computer science teachers, postsecondary do
Teach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis.
- Typical education
- Doctoral or professional degree
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- None
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +4.9% (about average)
- Openings per year
- 3,200
Employment of computer science teachers, postsecondary is projected to grow 4.9% from 2025 to 2035, about the same as the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 3,200 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.
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
Your take-home pay
$77,055
per year · effective tax rate 20.5%
$6,421Monthly
$3,211Twice a month
$2,964Every 2 weeks
$37.05Hourly
- Federal income tax$12,506
- Social Security (6.2%)$6,013
- Medicare (1.45%)$1,406
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$77,055
Marginal rate: 22% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $49,460 | $23.78 | $41,921 |
| 25th percentile | $66,600 | $32.02 | $55,683 |
| Median (50th) | $96,980 | $46.63 | $77,055 |
| 75th percentile | $131,320 | $63.13 | $101,023 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $170,200 | $81.83 | $127,598 |
Best cities for computer science teachers, postsecondary (after tax & cost of living)
| # | Metro area | Median | Take-home | Real value* | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York, NY | $93,980 | $70,440 | $62,579 | 2,830 |
*Take-home pay in U.S.-average dollars (BEA Regional Price Parities).
Highest-paying cities
- New York, NY — $93,980
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $128,210 | −6.7% | $89,537 | $60,850 – $225,640 | 2,480 |
| Massachusetts | $128,030 | +17.7% | $92,593 | $66,120 – $208,700 | 1,490 |
| Utah | $124,460 | +24.0% | $91,700 | $67,070 – $163,860 | 550 |
| Michigan | $107,690 | +2.4% | $80,264 | $60,920 – $176,080 | 810 |
| Oregon | $107,310 | +10.6% | $75,763 | $62,240 – $198,650 | 530 |
| Virginia | $106,780 | −14.5% | $78,624 | $54,950 – $200,140 | 1,670 |
| Nevada | $106,640 | +4.2% | $83,851 | $60,650 – $181,670 | 140 |
| Connecticut | $106,290 | −2.9% | $79,334 | $60,950 – $167,540 | 390 |
| Indiana | $102,660 | +21.5% | $78,052 | $60,800 – $173,770 | 1,240 |
| Delaware | $102,080 | +25.5% | $75,247 | $60,340 – $162,570 | 120 |
| District of Columbia | $101,380 | +5.9% | $74,502 | $66,190 – $166,170 | 210 |
| Rhode Island | $100,790 | +5.3% | $76,550 | $60,770 – $161,420 | 160 |
| Maine | $99,730 | −1.4% | $73,355 | $60,870 – $161,560 | 120 |
| Maryland | $98,850 | +0.9% | $74,039 | $31,760 – $180,340 | 830 |
| Illinois | $98,750 | −3.7% | $73,557 | $42,860 – $165,810 | 1,540 |
| Georgia | $98,030 | +2.9% | $73,329 | $15,080 – $172,850 | 1,160 |
| Wisconsin | $97,730 | −2.0% | $73,784 | $73,660 – $167,710 | 510 |
| Pennsylvania | $97,500 | −1.1% | $74,428 | $37,000 – $153,860 | 1,520 |
| Texas | $97,480 | −0.8% | $77,407 | $47,960 – $161,040 | 3,540 |
| New York | $96,450 | −2.9% | $72,032 | $51,180 – $170,200 | 3,170 |
| Vermont | $94,930 | +1.1% | $71,808 | $65,440 – $161,390 | 110 |
| Nebraska | $94,360 | +8.6% | $71,798 | $49,160 – $162,290 | 260 |
| Alabama | $92,640 | +4.7% | $69,635 | $56,310 – $159,600 | 500 |
| Ohio | $91,230 | +19.1% | $71,284 | $39,390 – $160,060 | 1,180 |
| Washington | $90,950 | +13.5% | $72,813 | $57,370 – $168,390 | 800 |
| Missouri | $90,770 | −0.4% | $69,358 | $53,990 – $162,330 | 510 |
| Iowa | $89,510 | +3.9% | $69,051 | $61,450 – $157,790 | 290 |
| Minnesota | $85,710 | +5.2% | $64,822 | $63,010 – $132,670 | 480 |
| Arizona | $84,050 | +4.8% | $66,067 | $71,240 – $157,530 | 700 |
| New Hampshire | $83,630 | −14.0% | $67,664 | $64,730 – $160,470 | 210 |
| Kentucky | $83,470 | +4.6% | $64,747 | $46,680 – $139,570 | 310 |
| Tennessee | $81,600 | −4.8% | $66,236 | $60,930 – $166,310 | 560 |
| Montana | $81,560 | −2.0% | $62,960 | $45,490 – $163,930 | 60 |
| New Jersey | $81,500 | −17.4% | $63,164 | $32,220 – $176,830 | 1,440 |
| North Dakota | $81,400 | +3.4% | $65,767 | $55,840 – $172,000 | 90 |
| Colorado | $80,530 | +2.8% | $62,648 | $30,800 – $139,900 | 920 |
| North Carolina | $80,080 | +2.9% | $62,480 | $45,270 – $135,900 | 1,650 |
| New Mexico | $79,440 | +4.2% | $62,148 | $56,150 – $156,260 | 200 |
| South Carolina | $78,240 | −5.2% | $60,335 | $56,790 – $146,070 | 380 |
| Louisiana | $77,530 | −2.5% | $61,433 | $51,120 – $154,840 | 200 |
| Florida | $76,950 | −4.3% | $62,964 | $50,520 – $106,370 | 950 |
| Oklahoma | $76,570 | −5.3% | $59,797 | $37,030 – $137,100 | 210 |
| South Dakota | $75,540 | +3.0% | $61,972 | $52,040 – $106,900 | 150 |
| Mississippi | $75,520 | +17.7% | $59,670 | $48,860 – $143,160 | 160 |
| West Virginia | $73,880 | −1.9% | $58,178 | $49,880 – $128,240 | 270 |
| Kansas | $67,400 | −4.9% | $53,285 | $30,360 – $170,660 | 260 |
| Wyoming | $63,900 | — | $53,524 | $44,710 – $94,750 | 40 |
| Arkansas | $56,180 | −13.2% | $45,342 | $23,500 – $98,540 | 160 |
Related jobs
| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,940 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.7% |
| Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,870 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.6% |
| Geography Teachers, Postsecondary | $97,590 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.7% |
| Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,070 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.5% |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,700 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.9% |
| Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $94,980 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.7% |
| Business Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,080 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.9% |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,650 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.6% |
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | $100,310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.4% |
| Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary | $93,250 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.3% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a computer science teachers, postsecondary make?
The national median salary for computer science teachers, postsecondary is $96,980 a year ($46.63 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,460 and the top 10% earn over $170,200. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays computer science teachers, postsecondary the most?
California has the highest median pay at $128,210. After taxes and local prices, New York, NY offers the best real take-home pay of any metro area.
How many computer science teachers, postsecondary are there in the U.S.?
About 35,480 people work as computer science teachers, postsecondary nationwide.