Economics Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in economics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
SOC: 25-1063.00
Common Job Titles
Economics InstructorEconomics ProfessorInstructorProfessor
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Economics Teachers, Postsecondary (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
12,420
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $57,550 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $217,160 |
| Workers on average earn | $133,140 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Mathematics4.5/5
- Education and Training4.3/5
- Economics and Accounting4.2/5
- English Language4.1/5
- Computers and Electronics2.9/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
FacebookGoogle DocsMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordPythonRThe MathWorks MATLAB
Technology Skills
Aptech Systems GAUSSBlackboard LearnCalendar and scheduling softwareCollaborative editing softwareCourse management system softwareDOC CopDesire2Learn LMS softwareEconometric Software LIMDEP
Tools & Equipment
Carousel slide projectorsCompact digital camerasCompact disk CD playersComputer data input scannersComputer laser printersComputer projectorsConference telephonesDesktop computers