College Professor Salary in California
Explore college professor salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$117,760
Monthly: $9,813
Biweekly: $4,529
Entry Level
$70,400
Monthly: $5,867
Biweekly: $2,708
Senior Level
$172,800
Monthly: $14,400
Biweekly: $6,646
Job Growth
15%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $70,400 | $117,760 | $172,800 |
| Monthly | $5,867 | $9,813 | $14,400 |
| Biweekly | $2,708 | $4,529 | $6,646 |
| Weekly | $1,354 | $2,265 | $3,323 |
| Hourly | $34 | $57 | $83 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$92,000
CA Median
$117,760
Difference
+$25,760
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Teach college courses and conduct research in their field of expertise.
Education
PhD or Master's degree in subject area
Key Skills
Subject ExpertiseResearchLecturingAcademic Writing
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