How much does an anthropology and archeology teacher make in California?
$128,400a year
Median yearly pay for anthropology and archeology teachers in California. That is $61.72 an hour or $10,700 a month.
- Hourly
- $61.72
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,990Median: $128,400Highest 10%: $213,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,990 | $34.61 | |
| 25th | $99,740 | $47.95 | |
| Median | $128,400 | $61.72 | |
| 75th | $163,000 | $78.38 | |
| 90th | $213,200 | $102.50 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $199,300 |
| Riverside, CA | $159,700 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $131,700 |
| Sacramento, CA | $129,400 |
| San Jose, CA | $105,400 |
| San Diego, CA | $104,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for anthropology and archeology teachers.
| 1. Missouri | $130,500 |
| 2. California | $128,400 |
| 3. Connecticut | $112,900 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $107,400 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $106,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an anthropology and archeology teacher make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $61.72 ($128,400 a year).
Do anthropology and archeology teachers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $128,400 against $99,650 nationally, 29% more.
Where does California rank for anthropology and archeology teacher pay?
California ranks 2 of 31 states.
Which city in California pays anthropology and archeology teachers the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $199,300 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.