Adjunct IT Instructor Salary in the United States

How much does an Adjunct IT Instructor make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Adjunct IT Instructor in the United States is $79,638 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, an Adjunct IT Instructor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,036
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,675 to $90,838
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,604
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Adjunct IT Instructor Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $90,838 $7,570 $1,747 $44
Average $79,638 $6,636 $1,531 $38
25th Percentile $69,675 $5,806 $1,340 $33
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Key Factors That Influence Adjunct IT Instructor Salaries

An Adjunct IT Instructor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Adjunct IT Instructor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Adjunct IT Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $88,175.
  • California: $87,841.
  • Massachusetts: $86,670.

Top Paying Cities for Adjunct IT Instructors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $100,447
  • San Francisco: $99,460
  • Oakland: $97,254

What Skills Can Increase an Adjunct IT Instructor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 12.82% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Spring (Mentioned in 1.97% Job Postings): Spring is the season during which the natural world revives and reinvigorates after the colder winter months. During spring, dormant plants begin to grow again, new seedlings sprout out of the ground and hibernating animals awake.
  • Safety Standards (Mentioned in 1.43% Job Postings): Safety standards are designed to ensure the safety of products, activities and processes, etc. They may be advisory or compulsory and are normally laid down by an advisory or regulatory body that may be either voluntary or statutory.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 12.82%
Spring 1.97%
Safety Standards 1.43%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Adjunct IT Instructor's salary.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 31%.
  • Interpersonal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coaching
$104,326
31%
Interpersonal Communication
$86,805
9%
Initiative
$86,009
8%
Active Learning
$86,009
8%
Patient Care
$86,009
8%
LMS
$86,009
8%
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How Education impacts an Adjunct IT Instructor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Adjunct IT Instructors enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Adjunct IT Instructor with a Bachelor's Degree is between $80,402 and $85,395).

Adjunct IT Instructor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Adjunct IT Instructor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 66.7%
High School 33.3%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 66.7%
Masters 33.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Adjunct IT Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Adjunct IT Instructor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Adjunct IT Instructor

Salaries for an Adjunct IT Instructor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $56,286 in 2023 to around $54,366 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Adjunct IT Instructor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Adjunct IT Instructor Over Time

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$56,286
2024
$55,566
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2024 $55,566
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