Anthropology and Archeology Teachers Salary by State
Also called: Anthropology Teachers, Postsecondary
The national median pay for anthropology and archeology teachers is $99,650 a year. By state, it ranges from $64,380 in North Carolina to $130,500 in Missouri.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
U.S. pay range
- Lowest 10%
- $57,840
- 25th percentile
- $75,200
- Median
- $99,650
- 75th percentile
- $128,750
- Top 10%
- $171,310
Annual pay, all U.S. workers in this job. About 5,240 jobs.
Median pay in 30 states and DC
| # | State | Median | vs. U.S. | Lowest 10% | Top 10% | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Missouri | $130,500 | +31% | $76,060 | $280,120 | 160 |
| 2 | California | $128,370 | +29% | $71,990 | $213,200 | 630 |
| 3 | Connecticut | $112,860 | +13% | $66,520 | $214,350 | 100 |
| 4 | Massachusetts | $107,390 | +8% | $57,960 | $183,750 | 250 |
| 5 | District of Columbia | $106,470 | +7% | $73,950 | $163,600 | 50 |
| 6 | Michigan | $104,890 | +5% | $55,050 | $142,600 | 170 |
| 7 | Maryland | $104,770 | +5% | $67,270 | $222,000 | 70 |
| 8 | New Mexico | $104,510 | +5% | $77,190 | $130,800 | 40 |
| 9 | Oregon | $103,110 | +3% | $75,490 | $206,870 | 140 |
| 10 | Kentucky | $102,140 | +2% | $71,350 | $169,360 | 60 |
| 11 | Texas | $102,060 | +2% | $63,810 | $160,150 | 280 |
| 12 | Alaska | $101,700 | +2% | $67,580 | $103,070 | 40 |
| 13 | Pennsylvania | $100,880 | +1% | $64,640 | $133,670 | 140 |
| 14 | New York | $99,500 | 0% | $60,510 | $205,320 | 670 |
| 15 | Tennessee | $98,160 | −1% | $50,460 | $138,900 | 80 |
| 16 | Minnesota | $97,660 | −2% | $62,240 | $133,250 | 90 |
| 17 | Virginia | $94,260 | −5% | $60,880 | $138,850 | 230 |
| 18 | Iowa | $86,390 | −13% | $63,580 | $289,920 | 40 |
| 19 | Washington | $86,160 | −14% | $58,290 | $129,930 | 140 |
| 20 | Maine | $85,900 | −14% | $62,010 | $150,950 | 40 |
| 21 | Indiana | $85,460 | −14% | $64,360 | $133,400 | 110 |
| 22 | Illinois | $84,790 | −15% | $45,760 | $131,840 | 180 |
| 23 | New Jersey | $82,910 | −17% | $45,410 | $170,980 | 190 |
| 24 | Arizona | $80,720 | −19% | $62,350 | $135,800 | 100 |
| 25 | South Carolina | $80,370 | −19% | $46,680 | $106,900 | 40 |
| 26 | Colorado | $78,780 | −21% | $47,180 | $136,450 | 170 |
| 27 | Utah | $78,720 | −21% | $57,840 | $164,260 | 60 |
| 28 | Wisconsin | $77,750 | −22% | $61,650 | $166,630 | 90 |
| 29 | Florida | $76,460 | −23% | $62,820 | $112,030 | 60 |
| 30 | Ohio | $76,440 | −23% | $47,650 | $124,530 | 180 |
| 31 | North Carolina | $64,380 | −35% | $45,470 | $130,220 | 250 |
BLS OEWS May 2025 state estimates. States without published data are not listed. “Not published”: BLS withheld the value or it is above the highest amount BLS publishes. Pay is not adjusted for living costs.
Anthropology and Archeology Teachers salary questions
Which state pays anthropology and archeology teachers the most?
Missouri, with a median of $130,500 a year (+31% vs. the national median of $99,650). BLS May 2025.
Which state pays anthropology and archeology teachers the least?
North Carolina, with a median of $64,380 a year (−35% vs. national).
Where do most anthropology and archeology teachers work?
New York has the most jobs, about 670, with a median of $99,500.
Does a higher salary mean more money left over?
Not always. These are pay figures only. Living costs, taxes and housing differ a lot between states, and this page does not adjust for them.