Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 9 metro areas • California
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary in California earn a median salary of $126,319 per year on average across 9 metro and nonmetro areas, +51.4% vs the national median of $83,460. An estimated 3,290 biological science teachers, postsecondary are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $101,040 to $165,530 depending on location.
$126,319
Avg median salary in California
$165,530
Highest paying metro
$101,040
Lowest paying metro
3,290
Employed in California
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Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego, CA | $165,530 | $133,040 | $214,700 | 570 |
| San Francisco, CA | $139,280 | $103,760 | $199,490 | 750 |
| Riverside, CA | $131,540 | $98,060 | $182,930 | 250 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $128,910 | $128,010 | $165,040 | 30 |
| Fresno, CA | $125,220 | $84,200 | $128,160 | 90 |
| Sacramento, CA | $123,280 | $97,020 | $123,280 | 250 |
| San Jose, CA | $118,390 | $101,750 | $161,010 | 210 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $103,680 | $79,220 | $135,330 | 1,060 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $101,040 | $81,030 | $163,730 | 80 |