How much does a sociology teacher make in Oregon?
$102,000a year
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers in Oregon. That is $49.02 an hour or $8,497 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.02
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $67,710Median: $102,000Highest 10%: $147,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $67,710 | $32.55 | |
| 25th | $81,400 | $39.13 | |
| Median | $102,000 | $49.02 | |
| 75th | $105,900 | $50.92 | |
| 90th | $147,800 | $71.04 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $104,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociology teachers.
| 3. New Hampshire | $112,900 |
| 4. District of Columbia | $103,200 |
| 5. Michigan | $102,900 |
| 6. Oregon | $102,000 |
| 7. Connecticut | $101,500 |
| 8. Pennsylvania | $99,660 |
| 9. Utah | $99,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociology teacher make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $49.02 ($102,000 a year).
Do sociology teachers make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $102,000 against $84,290 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Oregon rank for sociology teacher pay?
Oregon ranks 6 of 46 states.
Which city in Oregon pays sociology teachers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $104,100 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.