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History Teachers, Postsecondary average salary by city in Alabama
- Birmingham$83,890
- Auburn$80,390
- Montgomery$67,660
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | $83,890 | $78,630 | $65,780 | $64,373 | 92 |
| Auburn | $80,390 | $82,570 | $63,020 | $62,048 | 88 |
| Montgomery | $67,660 | $66,550 | $54,200 | $53,589 | 90 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; city occupational taxes (for example in Birmingham and Gadsden) are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
History Teachers, Postsecondary salary in other states
More about pay in Alabama
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 25-1125.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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