Occupation ยท SOC 25-1124
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 21,170 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $77,010.
US employment
21,170
Median annual wage
$77,010
Mean annual wage
$87,670
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
- Connecticut$106,430
- California$106,330
- Massachusetts$95,730
- New York$94,280
- Rhode Island$88,340
Top 5 after cost of living
- Connecticut$102,720
- California$96,040
- Massachusetts$90,520
- New York$87,360
- Iowa$86,910
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | $78,270 | $1,260 (+1.6%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $84,290 | $7,280 (+9.5%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| History Teachers, Postsecondary | $81,500 | $4,490 (+5.8%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary | $95,770 | $18,760 (+24.4%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | $78,050 | $1,040 (+1.4%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary | $82,540 | $5,530 (+7.2%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California2,120
- 2. Texas1,700
- 3. New York1,610
- 4. Pennsylvania1,260
- 5. Massachusetts1,110
- 6. Florida890
- 7. Virginia890
- 8. New Jersey840
- 9. Ohio780
- 10. Illinois740
States that pay the most
- 1. Connecticut$106,430
- 2. California$106,330
- 3. Massachusetts$95,730
- 4. New York$94,280
- 5. Rhode Island$88,340
- 6. Oregon$83,870
- 7. District of Columbia$81,620
- 8. Nevada$81,550
- 9. New Hampshire$80,880
- 10. Puerto Rico$80,620
Median annual wage. Based on 47 states and territories with published figures.
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