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Salary · New York · BLS OEWS May 2024

English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in New York

In New York, english language and literature teachers, postsecondary earn a median of $96,940 per year.

Median (New York)
$96,940
Bottom 10%
$52,020
Top 10%
$201,380
Employed in New York
6,330

How New York compares

Refit analysis ·In New York, english language and literature teachers, postsecondary earn a median of $96,940 — 24% above the national median of $78,270. Locally the range runs $52,020 to $201,380. About 6,330 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·New York ranks #3 of 52 states for english language and literature teachers, postsecondary pay — roughly the 96th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (California, $130,580) by 35%. State employment of about 6,330 also shapes how competitive local openings are.

National benchmark

US median
$78,270
US bottom 10%
$47,540
US top 10%
$154,800

Skills that move pay in this role

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Writing
  • Speaking
  • Active Listening
  • Learning Strategies
  • Active Learning
  • Critical Thinking
  • Monitoring

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