How much does a psychology teacher make in Columbus?
$81,220a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in the Columbus, OH metro area. That is $39.05 an hour or $6,768 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.05
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 51 of 136
- Jobs in the area
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,020Median: $81,220Highest 10%: $127,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,020 | $18.28 | |
| 25th | $63,210 | $30.39 | |
| Median | $81,220 | $39.05 | |
| 75th | $105,500 | $50.74 | |
| 90th | $127,300 | $61.20 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers.
| Cleveland, OH | $79,840 |
| Toledo, OH | $77,970 |
| Akron, OH | $77,920 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $77,380 |
| Dayton, OH | $64,670 |
| Huntington, WV | $63,820 |
Related jobs in Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economics Teacher | $127,400 |
| Engineering Teacher | $104,600 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $103,600 |
| Physics Teacher | $101,100 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $99,820 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $94,620 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $84,820 |
| Sociology Teacher | $84,010 |
| History Teacher | $82,440 |
| Secondary School Teacher | $81,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, OH metro area is $39.05 ($81,220 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Columbus than the national average?
Yes: $81,220 against $80,340 nationally, 1% more.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $78,530, so Columbus pays 3% more.
Where does Columbus rank for psychology teacher pay?
51 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychology teacher make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,020 or less a year; the top 10% make $127,300 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.