Law Teachers, Postsecondary Salary
Law Teachers, Postsecondary earn a median $128,500 a year nationally. Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
What law teachers, postsecondary do
Teach courses in law.
- Typical education
- Doctoral or professional degree
- Work experience
- Less than 5 years
- On-the-job training
- None
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +2.6% (about average)
- Openings per year
- 1,800
Employment of law teachers, postsecondary is projected to grow 2.6% from 2025 to 2035, about the same as the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 1,800 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.
Law Teachers, Postsecondary take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
- Federal income tax$19,574
- Social Security (6.2%)$7,967
- Medicare (1.45%)$1,863
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$99,096
Marginal rate: 24% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $64,250 | $30.89 | $53,805 |
| 25th percentile | $88,700 | $42.64 | $71,230 |
| Median (50th) | $128,500 | $61.78 | $99,096 |
| 75th percentile | $176,490 | $84.85 | $131,897 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $287,900+ | $138.41 | $207,596 |
Best cities for law teachers, postsecondary (after tax & cost of living)
| # | Metro area | Median | Take-home | Real value* | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Angeles, CA | $114,330 | $81,372 | $71,652 | 2,940 |
*Take-home pay in U.S.-average dollars (BEA Regional Price Parities).
Highest-paying cities
- Los Angeles, CA — $114,330
Law Teachers, Postsecondary salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $171,790 | +29.5% | $118,032 | $80,170 – $239,200+ | 80 |
| Oregon | $167,010 | +5.6% | $111,184 | $49,360 – $179,030 | 250 |
| South Carolina | $162,400 | +1.3% | $113,680 | $76,090 – $239,200+ | 110 |
| Iowa | $160,700 | −5.9% | $115,650 | $74,080 – $239,200+ | 90 |
| New Hampshire | $157,800 | +14.4% | $119,122 | $89,300 – $239,200+ | 90 |
| Michigan | $141,680 | −15.4% | $102,334 | $65,790 – $239,200+ | 330 |
| Wisconsin | $140,940 | +8.0% | $101,509 | $83,940 – $232,590 | 150 |
| Kentucky | $140,820 | +9.7% | $102,705 | $42,900 – $239,200+ | 120 |
| Maryland | $139,980 | +4.2% | $100,552 | $79,480 – $224,330 | 180 |
| Indiana | $139,400 | +7.3% | $102,463 | $68,070 – $239,200+ | 180 |
| Kansas | $138,670 | — | $99,109 | $15,080 – $239,200+ | 50 |
| Texas | $138,160 | −10.2% | $105,698 | $77,840 – $239,200+ | 880 |
| Maine | $136,400 | +5.8% | $96,238 | $60,770 – $239,200+ | 50 |
| Virginia | $136,270 | +8.4% | $97,385 | $50,030 – $239,200+ | 400 |
| New Jersey | $135,760 | +4.8% | $97,600 | $50,800 – $239,200+ | 470 |
| Alabama | $135,340 | −3.2% | $97,269 | $30,490 – $199,470 | 40 |
| District of Columbia | $134,090 | +4.4% | $94,487 | $82,600 – $212,620 | 670 |
| New York | $132,180 | +2.9% | $94,853 | $66,020 – $239,200+ | 2,190 |
| Massachusetts | $132,010 | −19.5% | $95,114 | $79,480 – $239,200+ | 840 |
| Arizona | $131,950 | +23.9% | $98,364 | $79,560 – $213,950 | 60 |
| Rhode Island | $128,490 | — | $94,588 | $61,520 – $205,620 | — |
| Nebraska | $127,690 | — | $93,612 | $63,110 – $209,320 | 100 |
| Washington | $125,210 | +8.1% | $96,847 | $62,690 – $208,730 | 150 |
| Pennsylvania | $121,310 | +15.7% | $90,447 | $62,780 – $209,130 | 710 |
| California | $119,540 | −5.6% | $84,485 | $72,850 – $239,200+ | 7,800 |
| Illinois | $107,700 | +7.8% | $79,411 | $50,900 – $239,200+ | 470 |
| Idaho | $106,810 | +4.2% | $79,418 | $106,810 – $164,280 | 40 |
| Florida | $102,720 | −17.4% | $81,094 | $62,610 – $214,540 | 720 |
| North Carolina | $97,090 | −8.0% | $73,768 | $52,450 – $239,200+ | 450 |
| Arkansas | $95,630 | −11.4% | $72,589 | $42,990 – $167,410 | 30 |
| Ohio | $75,930 | +8.8% | $60,941 | $22,260 – $203,930 | 250 |
| Mississippi | $74,440 | +13.0% | $58,953 | $64,350 – $97,590 | 40 |
| Utah | $68,270 | −50.5% | $54,752 | $30,940 – $215,140 | 120 |
Related jobs
| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary | $77,570 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.6% |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary | $76,590 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.5% |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | $123,920 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.4% |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $109,270 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.8% |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $107,310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +17.9% |
| Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $103,170 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.4% |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $101,420 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.8% |
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | $100,310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.4% |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,650 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.6% |
| Business Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,080 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.9% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a law teachers, postsecondary make?
The national median salary for law teachers, postsecondary is $128,500 a year ($61.78 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $64,250 and the top 10% earn over $239,200+. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays law teachers, postsecondary the most?
Minnesota has the highest median pay at $171,790. After taxes and local prices, Los Angeles, CA offers the best real take-home pay of any metro area.
How many law teachers, postsecondary are there in the U.S.?
About 20,060 people work as law teachers, postsecondary nationwide.