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Community College

Average Community College Salary

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$84,584
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$50k
MEDIAN
$85k
90%
$164k

The average salary for a Community College is $84,584 in 2025

Base Salary
$50k - $164k
Bonus
$720 - $32k
Profit Sharing
$1 - $68k
Total Pay
$49k - $168k
Based on 1,250 salary profiles (last updated Feb 07 2024)
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How do Community Colleges Rate Their Jobs?

4.1 out of 5
(131)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Community College

Medical
88%
Dental
74%
Vision
65%
None
11%

Gender Breakdown for Community Colleges

Female
50.1%
Male
48.4%
Prefer to self-define
0.9%
This data is based on 341 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Community Colleges

What is the highest pay for Community Colleges?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Community College is $164k / year

What is the lowest pay for Community Colleges?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Community College is $50k / year

How can Community Colleges increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Community College is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Community College that oversees more junior Community Colleges, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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