Occupation ยท SOC 25-1126
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 20,840 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $78,050.
US employment
20,840
Median annual wage
$78,050
Mean annual wage
$88,210
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$103,210
- New York$95,400
- Maine$90,280
- Utah$87,240
- New Hampshire$86,520
Top 5 after cost of living
- California$93,220
- Maine$93,020
- New York$88,400
- Utah$88,240
- Iowa$86,090
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary | $82,540 | $4,490 (+5.8%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $84,290 | $6,240 (+8.0%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| History Teachers, Postsecondary | $81,500 | $3,450 (+4.4%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | $78,270 | $220 (+0.3%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary | $95,770 | $17,720 (+22.7%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $94,680 | $16,630 (+21.3%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. New York1,850
- 2. California1,640
- 3. Texas1,560
- 4. Illinois1,270
- 5. Pennsylvania1,250
- 6. Massachusetts970
- 7. New Jersey930
- 8. Ohio750
- 9. North Carolina670
- 10. Indiana630
States that pay the most
- 1. California$103,210
- 2. New York$95,400
- 3. Maine$90,280
- 4. Utah$87,240
- 5. New Hampshire$86,520
- 6. Virginia$83,570
- 7. Massachusetts$82,880
- 8. Connecticut$81,700
- 9. Arizona$80,180
- 10. Rhode Island$79,810
Median annual wage. Based on 43 states and territories with published figures.
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