Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in Athens, GA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Athens-Clarke County, GA

Median annual salary $62,200 -21.6% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $38,570
90th percentile $102,100
Employed locally 100
National median $79,350

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,570
    25th
    $50,130
    50th (median)
    $62,200
    75th
    $78,720
    90th
    $102,100

    Athens economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $62,897 2023 • Census ACS
    Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary vs area income 99% Median Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary is 1% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Visalia, CA $160,020
    Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA $159,860
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $158,380
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $134,670
    San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $133,360
    Fresno, CA $133,150

    Nearby metros — Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area $95,150
    Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY $94,080
    Michigan $90,950
    Upper Peninsula of Michigan nonmetropolitan area $82,130
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $81,090
    Rome, GA $80,020

    Related occupations in Athens, GA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $74,480
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $26,290
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $64,630
    Teachers and Instructors, All Other $61,330
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $61,030
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $31,160

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary make per hour in Athens?

    The median hourly wage for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary in Athens, GA is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is Athens above or below average for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary salaries?

    The median Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary in Athens, GA is 21.6% below the national median of $79,350. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary in Athens?

    Entry-level Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary (10th percentile) earn around $38,570 per year in Athens, GA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,130.