Law, Criminal Justice, and Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary

Occupation

$87,870
National Median Salary
Median Hourly Wage
49,710
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$47,790
$63,010
$87,870
$131,060
$204,930

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+27.4%
10 Year Change
$68,950
2014 Median
$87,870
2024 Median

Note: State and industry pay breakdowns are available for more specific job titles. See detailed occupations below.

Top Paying Industries for Law, Criminal Justice, and Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary

Industry Annual Median Employment
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools $99,280 17,940
Educational Services $98,670 18,180
Technical and Trade Schools $63,000 50
Junior Colleges $57,970 190

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Detailed Law, Criminal Justice, and Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary Occupations

These specific job titles have more detailed state and industry salary data:

Occupation Annual Median
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary $71,470
Law Teachers, Postsecondary $126,650
Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary $76,210

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