How much does a history teacher make in Syracuse?
$98,720a year
Median yearly pay for history teachers in the Syracuse, NY metro area. That is $47.46 an hour or $8,227 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.46
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 29 of 89
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,390Median: $98,720Highest 10%: $132,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,390 | $37.69 | |
| 25th | $78,610 | $37.79 | |
| Median | $98,720 | $47.46 | |
| 75th | $109,400 | $52.57 | |
| 90th | $132,200 | $63.55 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for history teachers.
| Albany, NY | $101,400 |
| New York, NY | $101,200 |
| Buffalo, NY | $93,430 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $90,950 |
| Rochester, NY | $87,420 |
Related jobs in Syracuse
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economics Teacher | $123,900 |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teacher | $103,800 |
| Engineering Teacher | $103,100 |
| Business Teacher | $102,500 |
| Area | $98,490 |
| Physics Teacher | $95,980 |
| Political Science Teacher | $95,260 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $93,470 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $90,670 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $85,340 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a history teacher make an hour in Syracuse?
The median hourly pay in the Syracuse, NY metro area is $47.46 ($98,720 a year).
Do history teachers make more in Syracuse than the national average?
Yes: $98,720 against $83,820 nationally, 18% more.
How does Syracuse compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $100,400, so Syracuse pays 2% less.
Where does Syracuse rank for history teacher pay?
29 of 89 metro areas with data.
How much does a history teacher make starting out in Syracuse?
The lowest-paid 10% make $78,390 or less a year; the top 10% make $132,200 or more.
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.