Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary Salary
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary earn a median $84,620 a year nationally. Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
U.S. median
$84,620
$40.68 per hour
Range
$52,150 – $169,900
10th to 90th percentile
Employed
50,190
across the U.S.
▲1.4%
Pay trend: The median for biological science teachers, postsecondary in the U.S. rose from $83,460 (May 2024) to $84,620 (May 2025). That trailed inflation (2.4%), so buying power slipped about 1.0%.
What biological science teachers, postsecondary do
Teach courses in biological sciences.
- Typical education
- Doctoral or professional degree
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- None
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +7.3% (faster than average)
- Openings per year
- 4,700
Employment of biological science teachers, postsecondary is projected to grow 7.3% from 2025 to 2035, faster than the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 4,700 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.
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
Your take-home pay
$68,360
per year · effective tax rate 19.2%
$5,697Monthly
$2,848Twice a month
$2,629Every 2 weeks
$32.87Hourly
- Federal income tax$9,786
- Social Security (6.2%)$5,246
- Medicare (1.45%)$1,227
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$68,360
Marginal rate: 22% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $52,150 | $25.07 | $44,083 |
| 25th percentile | $64,350 | $30.94 | $53,885 |
| Median (50th) | $84,620 | $40.68 | $68,360 |
| 75th percentile | $126,770 | $60.95 | $97,913 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $169,900 | $81.68 | $127,393 |
Best cities for biological science teachers, postsecondary (after tax & cost of living)
| # | Metro area | Median | Take-home | Real value* | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York, NY | $98,250 | $73,192 | $65,023 | 3,070 |
*Take-home pay in U.S.-average dollars (BEA Regional Price Parities).
Highest-paying cities
- New York, NY — $98,250
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $129,150 | +2.8% | $90,080 | $75,280 – $239,200+ | 3,610 |
| Massachusetts | $105,050 | +25.7% | $77,700 | $64,180 – $239,200+ | 2,060 |
| Michigan | $103,620 | +3.5% | $77,574 | $61,290 – $173,750 | 1,460 |
| New Hampshire | $102,410 | +19.1% | $80,875 | $65,910 – $205,070 | 170 |
| Rhode Island | $102,300 | +0.5% | $77,541 | $60,950 – $166,050 | 250 |
| Delaware | $101,380 | +27.0% | $74,801 | $63,780 – $161,320 | 130 |
| Oregon | $100,820 | +3.4% | $71,765 | $61,270 – $165,440 | 800 |
| Montana | $100,480 | +2.9% | $75,201 | $64,120 – $158,670 | 110 |
| Illinois | $99,060 | +18.5% | $73,760 | $47,340 – $207,930 | 2,340 |
| New Mexico | $98,820 | +21.0% | $74,839 | $62,510 – $147,510 | 150 |
| Colorado | $98,680 | +23.7% | $74,618 | $47,720 – $157,300 | 810 |
| New York | $98,180 | −1.9% | $73,147 | $56,520 – $205,870 | 3,870 |
| Washington | $97,280 | +20.0% | $77,266 | $59,690 – $212,090 | 960 |
| Minnesota | $96,880 | +14.9% | $71,921 | $65,360 – $163,920 | 780 |
| District of Columbia | $96,830 | +14.5% | $71,688 | $61,920 – $206,510 | 350 |
| Connecticut | $96,470 | +13.1% | $72,966 | $61,330 – $200,720 | 870 |
| North Dakota | $90,740 | +7.1% | $72,155 | $49,020 – $135,380 | 170 |
| Georgia | $88,020 | +7.9% | $66,807 | $55,840 – $170,430 | 980 |
| Pennsylvania | $85,970 | +5.1% | $66,671 | $57,810 – $130,330 | 2,410 |
| Nevada | $85,040 | +6.5% | $68,656 | $64,630 – $123,880 | 350 |
| Maine | $84,080 | +3.4% | $63,464 | $58,610 – $159,880 | 270 |
| Maryland | $83,500 | +2.3% | $63,970 | $48,530 – $165,040 | 970 |
| Indiana | $83,130 | +1.1% | $64,889 | $56,070 – $163,900 | 1,100 |
| Arizona | $83,030 | +6.9% | $65,375 | $62,760 – $169,900 | — |
| Wyoming | $82,930 | +3.9% | $67,171 | $48,500 – $129,430 | 160 |
| Texas | $82,470 | −1.5% | $66,848 | $50,320 – $159,210 | 3,840 |
| South Carolina | $82,300 | +4.7% | $62,947 | $53,360 – $150,920 | 750 |
| Vermont | $82,230 | +1.9% | $63,712 | $61,730 – $129,810 | 170 |
| Idaho | $81,620 | +0.5% | $63,032 | $50,670 – $136,380 | 220 |
| Utah | $81,580 | −21.4% | $63,516 | $39,320 – $138,950 | 300 |
| Kansas | $81,300 | +1.5% | $62,288 | $54,220 – $135,550 | 430 |
| Nebraska | $81,190 | −3.5% | $63,133 | $58,680 – $167,530 | 500 |
| Missouri | $80,970 | −2.6% | $62,924 | $52,700 – $174,850 | 1,060 |
| Ohio | $79,600 | +5.7% | $63,422 | $46,940 – $126,400 | 1,350 |
| New Jersey | $79,540 | −21.1% | $61,910 | $32,220 – $165,620 | 1,570 |
| Virginia | $79,190 | +1.6% | $60,801 | $46,210 – $154,320 | 1,760 |
| Louisiana | $79,010 | −2.0% | $62,429 | $55,710 – $167,040 | 390 |
| Tennessee | $78,940 | −1.6% | $64,364 | $53,170 – $135,990 | 830 |
| Wisconsin | $78,920 | −3.4% | $61,548 | $60,550 – $177,920 | 950 |
| Iowa | $78,060 | −0.4% | $61,431 | $59,130 – $167,300 | 540 |
| North Carolina | $77,700 | −1.8% | $60,900 | $51,490 – $136,020 | 1,960 |
| Arkansas | $77,670 | +20.2% | $60,654 | $34,860 – $129,250 | 430 |
| Alabama | $77,540 | −0.5% | $59,767 | $49,800 – $161,460 | 1,160 |
| South Dakota | $76,570 | −3.6% | $62,697 | $58,490 – $126,370 | 160 |
| Kentucky | $70,630 | +5.2% | $56,164 | $46,330 – $132,940 | 470 |
| West Virginia | $67,190 | −12.8% | $53,795 | $47,950 – $123,830 | 220 |
| Mississippi | $66,830 | −0.2% | $53,904 | $46,250 – $129,060 | 580 |
| Oklahoma | $65,960 | +2.5% | $52,756 | $38,170 – $106,110 | 470 |
| Florida | $57,140 | −31.8% | $48,092 | $51,670 – $92,580 | 2,020 |
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| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,700 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.9% |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $101,420 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.8% |
| Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary | $84,290 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.2% |
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $85,020 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.7% |
| History Teachers, Postsecondary | $83,820 | Doctoral or professional degree | 0.0% |
| Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,340 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,340 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.7% |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,260 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.0% |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,250 | Doctoral or professional degree | +17.1% |
| Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,940 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.7% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological science teachers, postsecondary make?
The national median salary for biological science teachers, postsecondary is $84,620 a year ($40.68 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,150 and the top 10% earn over $169,900. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays biological science teachers, postsecondary the most?
California has the highest median pay at $129,150. After taxes and local prices, New York, NY offers the best real take-home pay of any metro area.
How many biological science teachers, postsecondary are there in the U.S.?
About 50,190 people work as biological science teachers, postsecondary nationwide.