Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary Career

Job Description: Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.


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Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$84,590

Median Hourly Wage

$40.67*

Total Employed Nationally

9,060


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.