California, CA · 2026
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in California (2026)
Average across 3 cities · Based on BLS data · Updated 2026
State Average
$178,810
per year
State Median
$156,911
per year
vs National Average
+44%
national avg: $124,520
25th %ile
$117,134
Entry
Average
$178,810
State avg
75th %ile
$216,635
Senior
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary Salary by City in California
| City | Avg Salary | vs State Avg | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $194,749 | +9% | +1.6% |
| Los Angeles, CA | $179,059 | +0% | +1.6% |
| San Diego, CA | $162,623 | -9% | +1.6% |
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