Occupation ยท SOC 25-1063
Economics Teachers, Postsecondary: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of economics teachers, postsecondary can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 12,420 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $119,980.
US employment
12,420
Median annual wage
$119,980
Mean annual wage
$133,140
Median hourly wage
Not available
Education and training
Typical education
Doctoral or professional degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
5
Extensive preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- New Hampshire$154,840
- Connecticut$136,630
- Massachusetts$135,070
- District of Columbia$134,620
- New York$134,480
Top 5 after cost of living
- New Hampshire$148,650
- Connecticut$131,870
- Arizona$130,820
- Alabama$130,810
- Michigan$128,710
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law Teachers, Postsecondary | $126,650 | $6,670 (+5.6%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. New York1,360
- 2. California1,050
- 3. Texas850
- 4. Massachusetts760
- 5. Pennsylvania620
- 6. Illinois520
- 7. Florida510
- 8. North Carolina480
- 9. Virginia460
- 10. New Jersey350
States that pay the most
- 1. New Hampshire$154,840
- 2. Connecticut$136,630
- 3. Massachusetts$135,070
- 4. District of Columbia$134,620
- 5. New York$134,480
- 6. California$133,230
- 7. Arizona$131,710
- 8. Maryland$128,150
- 9. Virginia$127,420
- 10. New Jersey$127,050
Median annual wage. Based on 42 states and territories with published figures.
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