DOL Median (Amherst, MA)
$113,543
vs National
+74.7%
National: $65,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$77,504
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$113,543
+74.7% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$65,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary in Amherst, MA earns $113,543 in nominal terms, which is 74.7% above the national average of $65,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 146.5 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $77,504 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Amherst, MA
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts Amherst | $168,373 | 4 |
| Trustees of Amherst College | $65,000 | 3 |
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How much does a Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary make in Amherst, MA?
The median Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary salary in Amherst, MA is $113,543 based on 4 DOL filings.
Is Amherst, MA a good place to work as a Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary?
A Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary in Amherst, MA earns 74.7% more than the national median of $65,000, or $77,504 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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