All postsecondary social sciences teachers not listed separately.
Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other
SOC: 25-1069 O*NET: 25-1069.00
Median Salary
$75,040
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 1.7%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
1.5
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All postsecondary social sciences teachers not listed separately.
What does a Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$45,280
10th percentile
Early Career
$59,550
25th percentile
Median
$75,040
50th percentile
Experienced
$105,390
75th percentile
Top Earners
$176,350
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$45,280
25th
$59,550
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$75,040
Mean: $92,950
75th
$105,390
90th
$176,350
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $131,070 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $59,550 and $105,390
- •Salary spread is 61.1% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 17,540 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:20,700
Top Industries
Educational Services23.3%
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools22.5%
Junior Colleges0.7%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+1.7%
Annual Openings:1,500
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)20,700
Current
2034 (Projected)21,100
+1.7%
+400
Employment Change
+1.7%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 44 locations
California
3,080 jobs$111,3601.50x
New York
2,210 jobs$92,7602.04x
Texas
1,760 jobs$75,8501.12x
Illinois
1,680 jobs$59,7202.44x
Arizona
840 jobs$68,3502.31x
Pennsylvania
700 jobs$61,6301.02x
Florida
690 jobs$62,9400.61x
Missouri
590 jobs$77,3401.77x
Maryland
570 jobs$69,0601.83x
North Carolina
520 jobs$64,8300.93x
Massachusetts
430 jobs$81,9701.05x
Ohio
370 jobs$71,0100.59x
Kentucky
350 jobs$62,5101.52x
Michigan
310 jobs$84,5400.62x
South Carolina
250 jobs$69,6200.97x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
Standard growth expectations for this occupation
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other
Technology Intensity
Low
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires basic digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management
Technology Stack
Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Trade Colleges That Train for Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other
Top trade colleges by completions in fields that prepare students for this career.
Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, IN
1.2k program completions/year
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH
735 program completions/year
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC
636 program completions/year
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC
551 program completions/year
College of the Desert
Palm Desert, CA
481 program completions/year
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM
271 program completions/year
Connecticut State Community College
New Britain, CT
233 program completions/year
Gateway Technical College
Kenosha, WI
205 program completions/year
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA
168 program completions/year
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC
162 program completions/year
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX
153 program completions/year
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Green Bay, WI
152 program completions/year