Economics Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 7 metro areas • California
Economics Teachers, Postsecondary in California earn a median salary of $150,244 per year on average across 7 metro and nonmetro areas, +25.2% vs the national median of $119,980. An estimated 940 economics teachers, postsecondary are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $99,330 to $202,030 depending on location.
$150,244
Avg median salary in California
$202,030
Highest paying metro
$99,330
Lowest paying metro
940
Employed in California
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Economics Teachers, Postsecondary salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Maria, CA | $202,030 | $127,200 | $221,490 | 30 |
| Riverside, CA | $186,670 | $118,460 | $206,270 | 60 |
| San Jose, CA | $153,130 | $95,770 | $210,920 | 140 |
| San Francisco, CA | $145,190 | $117,080 | $207,360 | 170 |
| San Diego, CA | $133,230 | $104,490 | $183,870 | 80 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $132,130 | $104,560 | $181,700 | 380 |
| Sacramento, CA | $99,330 | $99,330 | $127,390 | 80 |