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Finance Professor

Average Finance Professor Salary

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$78,281
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$54k
MEDIAN
$78k
90%
$134k

The average salary for a Finance Professor is $78,281 in 2025

Base Salary
$54k - $134k
Bonus
$1k - $31k
Profit Sharing
$524 - $21k
Commission
$0 - $5k
Total Pay
$54k - $139k
Based on 3,861 salary profiles (last updated Nov 06 2024)
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How do Finance Professors Rate Their Jobs?

3.8 out of 5
(236)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Finance Professor

Medical
91%
Dental
77%
Vision
68%
None
8%

Gender Breakdown for Finance Professors

Female
54.0%
Male
44.3%
Prefer to self-define
1.1%
This data is based on 897 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Finance Professors

What is the highest pay for Finance Professors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Finance Professor is $134k / year

What is the lowest pay for Finance Professors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Finance Professor is $54k / year

How can Finance Professors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Finance Professor 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 Finance Professor that oversees more junior Finance Professors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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