History Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 7 metro areas • California
History Teachers, Postsecondary in California earn a median salary of $129,234 per year on average across 7 metro and nonmetro areas, +58.6% vs the national median of $81,500. An estimated 1,360 history teachers, postsecondary are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $108,480 to $162,950 depending on location.
$129,234
Avg median salary in California
$162,950
Highest paying metro
$108,480
Lowest paying metro
1,360
Employed in California
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History Teachers, Postsecondary salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside, CA | $162,950 | $103,040 | — | 120 |
| San Diego, CA | $133,070 | $83,040 | $173,250 | 160 |
| San Francisco, CA | $130,460 | $96,660 | $171,860 | 250 |
| Fresno, CA | $127,360 | $96,220 | $162,180 | 40 |
| Sacramento, CA | $122,400 | $85,680 | $155,740 | 100 |
| San Jose, CA | $119,920 | $97,250 | $158,400 | 110 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $108,480 | $82,010 | $159,930 | 580 |