Occupation ยท SOC 25-1125
History Teachers, Postsecondary: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of history teachers, postsecondary can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 19,860 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $81,500.
US employment
19,860
Median annual wage
$81,500
Mean annual wage
$93,710
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
- California$121,020
- New Hampshire$106,810
- Rhode Island$106,240
- Arizona$101,510
- New York$101,180
Top 5 after cost of living
- California$109,300
- Rhode Island$103,870
- New Hampshire$102,540
- Arizona$100,830
- Montana$97,790
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $84,290 | $2,790 (+3.4%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary | $95,770 | $14,270 (+17.5%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary | $82,540 | $1,040 (+1.3%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $94,680 | $13,180 (+16.2%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Geography Teachers, Postsecondary | $86,730 | $5,230 (+6.4%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Law Teachers, Postsecondary | $126,650 | $45,150 (+55.4%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. Texas2,170
- 2. New York1,780
- 3. California1,680
- 4. Pennsylvania890
- 5. Massachusetts850
- 6. Virginia810
- 7. North Carolina790
- 8. New Jersey640
- 9. Florida630
- 10. Illinois630
States that pay the most
- 1. California$121,020
- 2. New Hampshire$106,810
- 3. Rhode Island$106,240
- 4. Arizona$101,510
- 5. New York$101,180
- 6. Massachusetts$100,780
- 7. New Jersey$100,320
- 8. Connecticut$100,220
- 9. Oregon$97,680
- 10. Montana$92,550
Median annual wage. Based on 50 states and territories with published figures.
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