How much does a geography teacher make in New York?
$100,400a year
Median yearly pay for geography teachers in New York. That is $48.28 an hour or $8,368 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.28
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,660Median: $100,400Highest 10%: $165,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,660 | $28.20 | |
| 25th | $82,160 | $39.50 | |
| Median | $100,400 | $48.28 | |
| 75th | $131,900 | $63.42 | |
| 90th | $165,500 | $79.55 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $99,640 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geography teachers.
| 5. Maryland | $103,400 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $101,900 |
| 7. Illinois | $100,800 |
| 8. New York | $100,400 |
| 9. Texas | $99,510 |
| 10. Pennsylvania | $97,120 |
| 11. Minnesota | $95,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geography teacher make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $48.28 ($100,400 a year).
Do geography teachers make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $100,400 against $97,590 nationally, 3% more.
Where does New York rank for geography teacher pay?
New York ranks 8 of 28 states.
Which city in New York pays geography teachers the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $99,640 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.