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The average salary for an anatomy and physiology instructor in the United States is approximately $55,363 per year, translating to about $27 per hour. Salaries can vary widely based on factors such as geographic location, years of experience, and the type of educational institution.
In states like California and New York, instructors tend to earn higher salaries due to the higher cost of living and demand for qualified educators. For example, in California, the average salary can reach over $65,000, while in New York, it may be around $62,000.
As an anatomy and physiology instructor, you can work in community colleges, universities, and vocational schools. The role often includes developing curriculum, teaching courses, and mentoring students. With the growing emphasis on health education, this field presents a stable career path with opportunities for advancement.
Whether you are just starting your career or looking to advance, understanding the salary landscape and opportunities available is crucial. Start your journey by exploring job openings and educational resources to enhance your qualifications.
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The highest-paying states for anatomy and physiology instructors are New York, Mississippi, and California. The lowest average anatomy and physiology instructor salary states are North Carolina, Missouri, and Kentucky.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $84,678 | $40.71 |
| 2 | Mississippi | $78,445 | $37.71 |
| 3 | Pennsylvania | $68,270 | $32.82 |
| 4 | California | $75,952 | $36.52 |
| 5 | Utah | $68,385 | $32.88 |
| 6 | Rhode Island | $68,910 | $33.13 |
| 7 | Illinois | $75,422 | $36.26 |
| 8 | Indiana | $64,068 | $30.80 |
| 9 | District of Columbia | $66,022 | $31.74 |
| 10 | Nevada | $62,246 | $29.93 |
| 11 | West Virginia | $57,676 | $27.73 |
| 12 | Virginia | $60,185 | $28.94 |
| 13 | New Jersey | $61,816 | $29.72 |
| 14 | New Hampshire | $64,753 | $31.13 |
| 15 | Delaware | $65,035 | $31.27 |
| 16 | Louisiana | $58,450 | $28.10 |
| 17 | Connecticut | $66,923 | $32.17 |
| 18 | Wisconsin | $59,211 | $28.47 |
| 19 | Massachusetts | $61,945 | $29.78 |
| 20 | Vermont | $57,137 | $27.47 |
| 21 | Iowa | $55,979 | $26.91 |
| 22 | Colorado | $54,911 | $26.40 |
| 23 | South Carolina | $53,649 | $25.79 |
| 24 | Alabama | $55,803 | $26.83 |
| 25 | Minnesota | $59,272 | $28.50 |
| 26 | Alaska | $54,166 | $26.04 |
| 27 | North Dakota | $57,580 | $27.68 |
| 28 | Maine | $58,062 | $27.91 |
| 29 | Texas | $53,458 | $25.70 |
| 30 | New Mexico | $55,725 | $26.79 |
| 31 | Maryland | $55,805 | $26.83 |
| 32 | Kansas | $55,762 | $26.81 |
| 33 | Florida | $54,787 | $26.34 |
| 34 | Tennessee | $53,209 | $25.58 |
| 35 | Michigan | $51,450 | $24.74 |
| 36 | Oregon | $49,552 | $23.82 |
| 37 | Wyoming | $50,685 | $24.37 |
| 38 | Hawaii | $47,032 | $22.61 |
| 39 | Oklahoma | $53,914 | $25.92 |
| 40 | Arizona | $53,814 | $25.87 |
| 41 | North Carolina | $43,915 | $21.11 |
| 42 | Georgia | $47,650 | $22.91 |
| 43 | Nebraska | $48,038 | $23.10 |
| 44 | Kentucky | $42,054 | $20.22 |
| 45 | Montana | $39,311 | $18.90 |
| 46 | Arkansas | $51,167 | $24.60 |
| 47 | Ohio | $44,032 | $21.17 |
| 48 | Idaho | $49,398 | $23.75 |
| 49 | South Dakota | $41,812 | $20.10 |
| 50 | Missouri | $43,717 | $21.02 |
| 51 | Washington | $37,386 | $17.97 |
The highest-paying cities for anatomy and physiology instructors are New York, NY, Alhambra, CA, and Newport, RI.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York, NY | $84,772 | $40.76 |
| 2 | Alhambra, CA | $75,931 | $36.51 |
| 3 | Newport, RI | $69,272 | $33.30 |
| 4 | Reno, NV | $61,675 | $29.65 |
| 5 | Rochester, MN | $59,687 | $28.70 |
| 6 | Madison, WI | $58,853 | $28.29 |
| 7 | Lynchburg, VA | $58,568 | $28.16 |
| 8 | Bossier City, LA | $57,951 | $27.86 |
| 9 | Manhattan, KS | $55,494 | $26.68 |
| 10 | Pensacola, FL | $55,240 | $26.56 |
| 11 | Aurora, CO | $54,842 | $26.37 |
| 12 | Corpus Christi, TX | $54,194 | $26.05 |
| 13 | Spartanburg, SC | $53,890 | $25.91 |
| 14 | Tulsa, OK | $53,600 | $25.77 |
| 15 | Gainesville, GA | $47,812 | $22.99 |
| 16 | Winston-Salem, NC | $43,960 | $21.13 |
| 17 | Dublin, OH | $43,817 | $21.07 |
An anatomy and physiology instructor's salary ranges from $35,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $86,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $86,000 | $7,167 | $41 |
| 75th Percentile | $69,000 | $5,750 | $33 |
| Average | $55,363 | $4,614 | $27 |
| 25th Percentile | $43,000 | $3,583 | $21 |
| 10th Percentile | $35,000 | $2,917 | $17 |
The highest paying types of anatomy and physiology instructors are research associate professor, adjunct biology instructor, and adjunct biology professor.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Science Faculty Member | $70,683 | $5,890 | $33.98 | 30,806 |
| Biology Faculty Member | $60,278 | $5,023 | $28.98 | 12,876 |
| Instructor | $53,426 | $4,452 | $25.69 | 39,273 |
| Medical Instructor | $58,118 | $4,843 | $27.94 | 80,589 |
| Biology Instructor | $58,811 | $4,901 | $28.27 | 37,540 |
| Adjunct Biology Instructor | $86,786 | $7,232 | $41.72 | 38,331 |
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Anatomy and physiology instructor salaries at University of Colorado Boulder and Univ Of Colorado-Colorado Spgs are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average anatomy and physiology instructor salary at companies like Minnesota State Colleges and Universities and Truckee Meadows Community College are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Colorado Boulder | $67,763 | $32.58 |
| 2 | Univ Of Colorado-Colorado Spgs | $67,154 | $32.29 |
| 3 | Minnesota State Colleges and Universities | $66,841 | $32.14 |
| 4 | Truckee Meadows Community College | $65,608 | $31.54 |
| 5 | Columbus Technical College | $65,468 | $31.48 |
| 6 | Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi | $63,055 | $30.31 |
| 7 | Tulsa Tech | $60,452 | $29.06 |
| 8 | Salve Regina University | $59,173 | $28.45 |
| 9 | Wake Forest University | $57,387 | $27.59 |
| 10 | Education Affiliates | $55,792 | $26.82 |
| 11 | Delta College | $53,133 | $25.54 |
| 12 | Chippewa Valley Schools | $52,771 | $25.37 |
| 13 | Greenfield-Central High School | $51,815 | $24.91 |
| 14 | Niagara County Community College | $50,539 | $24.30 |
| 15 | Kansas State University | $49,922 | $24.00 |
| 16 | Liberty University | $46,311 | $22.26 |
| 17 | Cecil College | $43,352 | $20.84 |
| 18 | Aims Community College | $43,039 | $20.69 |
| 19 | State of Georgia: Teachers Retirement System of Georgia | $41,286 | $19.85 |
| 20 | Platt College | $40,851 | $19.64 |
The average anatomy and physiology instructor salary has risen by $7,431 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average anatomy and physiology instructor earned $47,932 annually, but today, they earn $55,363 a year. That works out to a 12% change in pay for anatomy and physiology instructors over the last decade.
Compare anatomy and physiology instructor salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare anatomy and physiology instructor salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $55,400 | $26.62 | +2.7% |
| 2024 | $53,900 | $25.90 | +0.9% |
| 2023 | $53,400 | $25.67 | +5.2% |
| 2022 | $50,600 | $24.33 | +2.0% |
| 2021 | $49,600 | $23.83 | +1.7% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State of Georgia | Lanier Technical College-Anatomy & Physiology Instructor; Forsyth County Campus-Cumming, GA 3004 | Cumming, GA | 06/29/2025 | $67,222 |
| New River Community and Technical College | Adjunct Biology-Anatomy and Physiology Instructor | Summersville, WV | 06/19/2025 | $100,489 |
| West Coast University | Adjunct Anatomy and Physiology Instructor | Los Angeles, CA | 06/18/2025 | $78,722 |
| Greenville Technical College | 7023 Temporary Instructor: Anatomy and Physiology (IN Person Instruction) | Greenville, SC | 06/07/2025 | $83,480 |
| University of Colorado | Anatomy Prosector and Instructor | Aurora, CO | 05/26/2025 | $70,000 |
| Kentucky Community and Technical College System | Instructor-Biology Anatomy & Physiology | Henderson, KY | 05/25/2025 | $45,000 |
| Kentucky Community and Technical Colleges | Instructor-Biology Anatomy & Physiology | Henderson, NV | 05/24/2025 | $45,000 |
| Stark State College | Tutor, Anatomy and Physiology | North Canton, OH | 05/17/2025 | $31,222 |
| Southeast Community College | Instructor, Anatomy & Physiology | Lincoln, NE | 05/16/2025 | $55,900 |
| State Technical College of Missouri | Human Anatomy & Physiology Instructor | Linn, MO | 04/17/2025 | $70,000 |
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