DOL Median (Bakersfield, CA)
$85,000
vs National
-10%
National: $94,463BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$61,372
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$85,000
-10% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$94,463
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Economics Teachers, Postsecondary in Bakersfield, CA earns $85,000 in nominal terms, which is 10% below the national average of $94,463. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 138.5 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $61,372 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Bakersfield, CA
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| California State University, Bakersfield | $85,000 | 5 |
| CSU, BAKERSFIELD | $85,000 | 1 |
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How much does a Economics Teachers, Postsecondary make in Bakersfield, CA?
The median Economics Teachers, Postsecondary salary in Bakersfield, CA is $85,000 based on 5 DOL filings.
Is Bakersfield, CA a good place to work as a Economics Teachers, Postsecondary?
A Economics Teachers, Postsecondary in Bakersfield, CA earns 10% less than the national median of $94,463, or $61,372 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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