Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other salary by state
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About this role
Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other is a professional role within the function in the Educational Instruction and Library job family.
Typical experience: varies by employer. Entry-level roles usually require little or no prior experience; senior roles typically require 5 or more years in the occupation. See the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook for the specific entry path.
Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other pay by experience level
Entry level$42,000
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$58,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$75,500
Mid-career median pay
Senior$106,500
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$170,000
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+1.7%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
1,500
projected openings per year
Growing slower than average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other salary by industry
Educational Services
16,580 workers
$91,500
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
9,390 workers
$85,000
Junior Colleges
7,170 workers
$100,000
Educational Services, State Government Owned
6,460 workers
$81,500
Educational Services, Local Government Owned
5,710 workers
$106,500
Educational Services, Privately Owned
4,400 workers
$86,500
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
Typical duties and FLSA status
Core duties
Support senior team members with day-to-day operational work
Gather and analyze data using established methods and tools
Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for internal review
Execute routine tasks accurately and on schedule
Escalate issues and questions to more experienced staff
Contribute to team deliverables under direct supervision
FLSA classification (typical)
Typically Exempt · Professional, Administrative, or Executive exemption
Occupations in this SOC group are typically classified as Exempt when paid above the salary threshold, provided they satisfy the duties test for one of the FLSA exemption categories. Actual classification depends on the specific job duties, salary basis, and any applicable state or local rules. The current federal salary threshold for exemption is $684 per week ($35,568 per year), per the 2020 Department of Labor rule; the 2024 rule that would have raised the threshold was struck down by federal court in November 2024.
How this role compares
Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other pays 3% above the average across 65 roles in the Educational Instruction and Library job family (family average $88,500).
Similar-paying roles in Educational Instruction and Library
How much does a Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other make?
The average base salary for a Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other in the United States is $91,500 per year, or about $43.99 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $58,000 and $106,500 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Educational Instruction and Library roles?
The Educational Instruction and Library job family averages $88,500 across 65 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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