Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in Atlanta, GA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA

Median annual salary $71,130 -10.4% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $44,550
90th percentile $124,320
Employed locally 590
National median $79,350

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,550
    25th
    $60,260
    50th (median)
    $71,130
    75th
    $96,380
    90th
    $124,320

    Atlanta economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $86,338 2023 • Census ACS
    Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary vs area income 82% Median Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary is 18% 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 Atlanta, GA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $75,190
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $28,770
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $76,070
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $76,080
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $38,390
    Teachers and Instructors, All Other $59,890

    Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

    The median Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary in Atlanta, GA is 10.4% 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 Atlanta?

    Entry-level Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary (10th percentile) earn around $44,550 per year in Atlanta, GA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,260.