Philosophy and Religion Teachers Salary in California
Also called: Philosophy and Religion Teachers
Philosophy and Religion Teachers in California earn a median of $105,820 a year, +32% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $105,820
- vs. U.S. median
- +32% ($80,260)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 1,850
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $75,070; the top 10% earn over $206,110. Nationally the range is $49,140 to $139,580.
States ranked near California
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- History Teachers, Postsecondary$127,170 median in California
- Law Teachers, Postsecondary$119,540 median in California
Philosophy and Religion Teachers pay in California
How much do philosophy and religion teachers make in California?
The median is $105,820 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $75,070 and the top 10% earn over $206,110. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for philosophy and religion teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 43 (+32% vs. the national median of $80,260). Living costs are not included.