Occupation ยท SOC 25-1053
Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of environmental science teachers, postsecondary can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 7,130 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $87,710.
US employment
7,130
Median annual wage
$87,710
Mean annual wage
$100,360
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
- Kentucky$109,970
- Montana$109,760
- California$109,710
- Oklahoma$109,090
- Michigan$108,180
Top 5 after cost of living
- Oklahoma$124,190
- Kentucky$121,970
- Montana$115,970
- New Mexico$115,800
- Michigan$112,430
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $100,830 | $13,120 (+15.0%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $101,390 | $13,680 (+15.6%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | $97,360 | $9,650 (+11.0%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $161,180 | $73,470 (+83.8%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $106,120 | $18,410 (+21.0%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $93,330 | $5,620 (+6.4%) | 5 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. New York620
- 2. Texas580
- 3. California470
- 4. New Jersey410
- 5. Virginia360
- 6. Georgia330
- 7. Massachusetts300
- 8. South Carolina270
- 9. Michigan240
- 10. Ohio240
States that pay the most
- 1. Kentucky$109,970
- 2. Montana$109,760
- 3. California$109,710
- 4. Oklahoma$109,090
- 5. Michigan$108,180
- 6. Maryland$107,350
- 7. New Mexico$106,780
- 8. New York$102,860
- 9. Nevada$102,270
- 10. Massachusetts$101,830
Median annual wage. Based on 37 states and territories with published figures.
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