How much does a sociology teacher make in California?
$127,700a year
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers in California. That is $61.38 an hour or $10,640 a month.
- Hourly
- $61.38
- Vs. national median
- +51%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 810
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,710Median: $127,700Highest 10%: $233,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,710 | $34.48 | |
| 25th | $96,530 | $46.41 | |
| Median | $127,700 | $61.38 | |
| 75th | $167,300 | $80.43 | |
| 90th | $233,900 | $112.43 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Riverside, CA | $157,600 |
| San Diego, CA | $142,000 |
| San Francisco, CA | $132,900 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $128,000 |
| Sacramento, CA | $127,500 |
| San Jose, CA | $120,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociology teachers.
| 1. California | $127,700 |
| 2. Delaware | $123,700 |
| 3. New Hampshire | $112,900 |
| 4. District of Columbia | $103,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociology teacher make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $61.38 ($127,700 a year).
Do sociology teachers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $127,700 against $84,290 nationally, 51% more.
Where does California rank for sociology teacher pay?
California ranks 1 of 46 states.
Which city in California pays sociology teachers the most?
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA, with a median of $157,600 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.