What are the main factors that influence an Adjunct Professor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Adjunct Professor's salary?

An Adjunct Professor's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Education (0-0 years)earns $69,969, an Asst. Professor - Education (0-0 years)earns $77,269, an Assoc. Professor - Education (0-0 years)earns $86,783, a Adjunct Professor (0-0 years)earns $112,902,

What are the highest paying states for an Adjunct Professor?

Adjunct Professor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Adjunct Professor roles are District of Columbia $114,179, California $113,746, Massachusetts $112,230. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Adjunct Professor roles make?

Salaries for Adjunct Professor level roles vary by specialization: adjunct law professor: $160,108; Adjunct Assistant Professor: $100,083; Adjunct Associate Professor: $86,562; Adjunct Accounting Professor: $79,867; Adjunct Chemistry Professor: $75,819.

Adjunct Professor Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Adjunct Professor make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Adjunct Professor in District of Columbia is $114,179 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $147,352
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,122 to $131,543
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,324

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Adjunct Professor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$131,543	$10,962	$2,530	$63
Average	$114,179	$9,515	$2,196	$55
25th Percentile	$100,122	$8,344	$1,925	$48

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Key Factors That Influence Adjunct Professor Salaries

An Adjunct Professor'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Adjunct Professor 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 Professors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $114,179.
California: $113,746.
Massachusetts: $112,230.

District of Columbia $114,179 California $113,746 Massachusetts $112,230 Washington $111,817 New Jersey $111,776 Alaska $111,632 Connecticut $110,209 New York $109,631

Hawaii $107,785 Rhode Island $106,919 Maryland $106,331 Minnesota $105,527 Colorado $105,217 Illinois $105,114 Oregon $104,722 Delaware $104,434

New Hampshire $104,252 Virginia $103,846 Pennsylvania $102,660 Nevada $102,062 North Dakota $101,866 Michigan $101,557 Wisconsin $101,443 Vermont $101,216

Texas $100,587 Maine $100,546 Arizona $100,484 Ohio $100,412 Georgia $99,463 Indiana $98,989 Wyoming $98,896 Utah $98,752

Iowa $98,690 Kansas $98,195 Louisiana $98,050 North Carolina $97,999 Missouri $97,978 Florida $97,576 Montana $97,359 Nebraska $97,153

Kentucky $97,040 South Carolina $96,627 Tennessee $96,369 Idaho $96,266 New Mexico $95,513 Oklahoma $95,348 Alabama $94,740 South Dakota $93,719

Arkansas $93,162 West Virginia $92,863 Mississippi $91,966

Top Paying Cities for Adjunct Professors

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:

Parcel Return Service: $114,179
Washington: $114,179
Naval Anacost Annex: $114,179

Parcel Return Service, DC $114,179 Washington, DC $114,179 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $114,179 Washington Navy Yard, DC $114,179

Adjunct Professor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Adjunct Professor'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

$100,122

Average $114,179/year

$131,543

$8,344

Average $9,515/month

$10,962

$1,925

Average $2,196/week

$2,530

$48

Average $55/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$131,543	$10,962	$2,530	$63
Average	$114,179	$9,515	$2,196	$55
25th Percentile	$100,122	$8,344	$1,925	$48

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