Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary pay in Oregon
In Oregon, the median pay for foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary is $91,670 a year. About 510 people work in this job there.
That is 16% higher than the U.S. median ($79,350). Oregon ranks 7th of 45 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary in Oregon
| Earns more than | Yearly |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $72,240 |
| 25% of workers | $76,170 |
| Half of workers (median) | $91,670 |
| 75% of workers | $124,910 |
| 90% of workers | $140,450 |
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $90,160 | 400 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +0.2% over ten years, little or no change · about 1,600 openings a year (BLS)
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