Occupation ยท SOC 25-1054
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of physics teachers, postsecondary can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 13,590 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $97,360.
US employment
13,590
Median annual wage
$97,360
Mean annual wage
$105,460
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$128,190
- Arizona$122,160
- Connecticut$119,310
- Montana$106,330
- Michigan$105,790
Top 5 after cost of living
- Arizona$121,340
- California$115,780
- Connecticut$115,150
- Iowa$114,340
- Kansas$114,320
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $101,390 | $4,030 (+4.1%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $106,120 | $8,760 (+9.0%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Physicists | $166,290 | $68,930 (+70.8%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Astronomers | $132,170 | $34,810 (+35.8%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Mathematicians | $121,680 | $24,320 (+25.0%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | $106,950 | $9,590 (+9.9%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. Texas1,340
- 2. New York1,140
- 3. California1,070
- 4. Pennsylvania750
- 5. Virginia610
- 6. New Jersey580
- 7. Massachusetts560
- 8. Illinois530
- 9. Michigan440
- 10. North Carolina430
States that pay the most
- 1. California$128,190
- 2. Arizona$122,160
- 3. Connecticut$119,310
- 4. Montana$106,330
- 5. Michigan$105,790
- 6. New York$105,360
- 7. New Mexico$104,450
- 8. Minnesota$103,220
- 9. Kansas$102,970
- 10. Maryland$102,810
Median annual wage. Based on 46 states and territories with published figures.
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