DOL Median (Houston, TX)
$61,590
vs National
-2.9%
National: $63,461BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$66,440
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$61,590
-2.9% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$63,461
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary in Houston, TX earns $61,590 in nominal terms, which is 2.9% below the national average of $63,461. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 92.7 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $66,440 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Houston, TX
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| University of Houston System | $63,180 | 7 |
| UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-CLEAR LAKE | $56,350 | 4 |
| The Methodist Hospital Research Institute | $53,642 | 1 |
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How much does a Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary make in Houston, TX?
The median Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary salary in Houston, TX is $61,590 based on 10 DOL filings.
Is Houston, TX a good place to work as a Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary?
A Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary in Houston, TX earns 2.9% less than the national median of $63,461, or $66,440 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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