Physics Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 7 metro areas • California
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in California earn a median salary of $126,671 per year on average across 7 metro and nonmetro areas, +30.1% vs the national median of $97,360. An estimated 930 physics teachers, postsecondary are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $103,700 to $138,210 depending on location.
$126,671
Avg median salary in California
$138,210
Highest paying metro
$103,700
Lowest paying metro
930
Employed in California
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Physics Teachers, Postsecondary salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $138,210 | $102,400 | $190,570 | 220 |
| San Diego, CA | $135,370 | $111,560 | $214,580 | 110 |
| Riverside, CA | $128,580 | $77,580 | $156,500 | 90 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $128,190 | $102,120 | $175,620 | 300 |
| Sacramento, CA | $127,080 | $120,660 | $127,080 | 80 |
| San Jose, CA | $125,570 | $83,770 | $134,220 | 60 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $103,700 | $79,940 | $132,490 | 70 |