Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary

College & University Faculty • Education & Training Careers

Teach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Typical Salary (Median)
$96,690
(2024 BLS data)
Half earn more, half earn less
Average Salary (Mean)
$105,830
Mathematical average of all salaries
National Employment
36,240
Education Required
Doctoral degree
BLS Code: 251021

Understanding Salary Statistics: The typical salary (median) shows what a middle-of-the-road Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary earns, making it useful for salary negotiations. The average salary (mean) can be higher due to top earners and is often used in industry reports.

Salary Distribution

National salary ranges for Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary (2024)

10th Percentile
$48,910
25th Percentile
$65,200
75th Percentile
$132,200
90th Percentile
$172,380

Top Industries

Industries with the most Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary positions

1
Cross-industry, Private, Federal, State, and Local Government
36,240
$105,830 avg
2
Sector 61 - Educational Services
36,220
$105,800 avg
3
Educational Services
36,220
$105,800 avg
4
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
26,830
$112,790 avg
5
Federal, State, and Local Government, including Schools, Hospitals, and the USPS
25,550
$107,540 avg

Work Environment

University

Career Overview

💼 About This Career

Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary professionals work in education & training careers, specifically in college & university faculty. This role typically requires doctoral degree and offers a median salary of $96,690.

📊 Job Market Outlook

The job growth outlook for Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary is rated as Moderate. Currently, there are approximately 36,240 people employed in this occupation nationwide.

Related Skills & Keywords

computer science professor CS professor college professor

Related Careers

Similar careers in College & University Faculty

Data Source: Salary and employment statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program , 2024 data. Historical trends show changes over time. Individual results may vary based on experience, location, and employer.