How much does a philosophy and religion teacher make in New York?
$92,050a year
Median yearly pay for philosophy and religion teachers in New York. That is $44.25 an hour or $7,671 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.25
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 1,700
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,800Median: $92,050Highest 10%: $165,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,800 | $27.79 | |
| 25th | $74,980 | $36.05 | |
| Median | $92,050 | $44.25 | |
| 75th | $122,200 | $58.73 | |
| 90th | $165,400 | $79.51 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ithaca, NY | $101,300 |
| New York, NY | $101,200 |
| Rochester, NY | $86,590 |
| Albany, NY | $82,730 |
| Syracuse, NY | $78,610 |
| Buffalo, NY | $78,020 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $77,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for philosophy and religion teachers.
| 6. New Jersey | $99,450 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $98,360 |
| 8. Utah | $95,410 |
| 9. New York | $92,050 |
| 10. Michigan | $89,610 |
| 11. Virginia | $85,310 |
| 12. Oregon | $85,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a philosophy and religion teacher make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $44.25 ($92,050 a year).
Do philosophy and religion teachers make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $92,050 against $80,260 nationally, 15% more.
Where does New York rank for philosophy and religion teacher pay?
New York ranks 9 of 43 states.
Which city in New York pays philosophy and religion teachers the most?
Ithaca, NY, with a median of $101,300 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.