Geography Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for geography teachers, postsecondary in the United States was $97,590 (— per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,550 | — |
| 25th | $74,690 | — |
| Median | $97,590 | — |
| 75th | $123,900 | — |
| 90th | $165,460 | — |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 25-1064
- Total U.S. employment: 3,330
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
Reading the data
With approximately 3,330 geography teachers, postsecondary employed, this is a modest occupation in the labor market.
The mean wage of $102,350 sits 4.9% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Geography Teachers, Postsecondary Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $82,510 | — | -15.5% | 110 |
| California | $146,040 | — | +49.6% | 280 |
| Connecticut | $105,470 | — | +8.1% | 40 |
| Georgia | $85,420 | — | -12.5% | 60 |
| Illinois | $100,790 | — | +3.3% | 140 |
| Indiana | $82,830 | — | -15.1% | 70 |
| Kentucky | $86,790 | — | -11.1% | 50 |
| Maryland | $103,430 | — | +6.0% | 110 |
| Massachusetts | $101,870 | — | +4.4% | 60 |
| Michigan | $81,380 | — | -16.6% | 80 |
| Minnesota | $95,890 | — | -1.7% | 120 |
| Mississippi | $75,130 | — | -23.0% | 50 |
| Missouri | $83,530 | — | -14.4% | 40 |
| Nebraska | $72,300 | — | -25.9% | 40 |
| New Jersey | $78,540 | — | -19.5% | 50 |
| New Mexico | $89,060 | — | -8.7% | 30 |
| New York | $100,420 | — | +2.9% | 200 |
| North Carolina | $84,630 | — | -13.3% | 160 |
| Ohio | $81,290 | — | -16.7% | 150 |
| Oklahoma | $84,170 | — | -13.8% | 50 |
| Oregon | $113,500 | — | +16.3% | 180 |
| Pennsylvania | $97,120 | — | -0.5% | 220 |
| South Carolina | $85,810 | — | -12.1% | 80 |
| Tennessee | $81,220 | — | -16.8% | 80 |
| Texas | $99,510 | — | +2.0% | 180 |
| Vermont | $107,790 | — | +10.5% | 40 |
| Washington | $90,550 | — | -7.2% | 100 |
| Wisconsin | $78,710 | — | -19.3% | 70 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for geography teachers, postsecondary?
The median annual wage for geography teachers, postsecondary is $97,590 (— per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays geography teachers, postsecondary the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many geography teachers, postsecondary are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 3,330 geography teachers, postsecondary employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do geography teachers, postsecondary make per hour?
The median hourly wage is —. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.