How much does a University Teacher make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a University Teacher in the United States is $46,432. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $40,548 to $54,405, with most professionals earning between $35,192 and $61,663.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
University Teacher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile University Teacher Salary $35,192 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile University Teacher Salary $40,548 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile University Teacher Salary $46,432 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile University Teacher Salary $54,405 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile University Teacher Salary $61,663 US April 01, 2025
25% $40,548 10% $35,192 90% $61,663 75% $54,405 $46,432 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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