How much does a sociology teacher make in Indiana?
$79,880a year
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers in Indiana. That is $38.40 an hour or $6,657 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.40
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,680Median: $79,880Highest 10%: $145,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,680 | $25.33 | |
| 25th | $66,840 | $32.13 | |
| Median | $79,880 | $38.40 | |
| 75th | $107,200 | $51.55 | |
| 90th | $145,200 | $69.80 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Indianapolis, IN | $97,280 |
| Chicago, IL | $86,040 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $78,750 |
| South Bend, IN | $75,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociology teachers.
| 21. Illinois | $82,610 |
| 22. Iowa | $81,910 |
| 23. Texas | $81,220 |
| 24. Indiana | $79,880 |
| 25. Ohio | $79,690 |
| 26. Colorado | $78,630 |
| 27. Kansas | $78,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociology teacher make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $38.40 ($79,880 a year).
Do sociology teachers make more in Indiana than the national average?
No: $79,880 against $84,290 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Indiana rank for sociology teacher pay?
Indiana ranks 24 of 46 states.
Which city in Indiana pays sociology teachers the most?
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN, with a median of $97,280 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.