Adjunct Speech Instructor Salary in the United States

How much does an Adjunct Speech Instructor make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Adjunct Speech Instructor in the United States is $78,973 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,228
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,133 to $90,098
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,175
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Adjunct Speech Instructor Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $90,098 $7,508 $1,733 $43
Average $78,973 $6,581 $1,519 $38
25th Percentile $69,133 $5,761 $1,329 $33
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Key Factors That Influence Adjunct Speech Instructor Salaries

An Adjunct Speech Instructor'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Adjunct Speech Instructor 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 Speech Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $87,439.
  • California: $87,107.
  • Massachusetts: $85,946.

Top Paying Cities for Adjunct Speech Instructors

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:

  • San Jose: $99,608
  • San Francisco: $98,629
  • Oakland: $96,442

What Skills Can Increase an Adjunct Speech Instructor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 12.82% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Spring (Mentioned in 1.97% Job Postings): Spring is the season during which the natural world revives and reinvigorates after the colder winter months. During spring, dormant plants begin to grow again, new seedlings sprout out of the ground and hibernating animals awake.
  • Safety Standards (Mentioned in 1.43% Job Postings): Safety standards are designed to ensure the safety of products, activities and processes, etc. They may be advisory or compulsory and are normally laid down by an advisory or regulatory body that may be either voluntary or statutory.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 12.82%
Spring 1.97%
Safety Standards 1.43%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Adjunct Speech Instructor's salary.
  • Computer Science: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Problem Solving: Can increase your salary by up to 1%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Computer Science
$82,132
4%
Leadership
$80,552
2%
Problem Solving
$79,763
1%
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How Education impacts an Adjunct Speech Instructor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Adjunct Speech Instructors enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Adjunct Speech Instructor with a Bachelor's Degree is between $80,402 and $85,395).

Adjunct Speech Instructor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Adjunct Speech Instructor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 66.7%
High School 33.3%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 66.7%
Masters 33.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Adjunct Speech Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Adjunct Speech Instructor'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 May 18, 2021

Salary Trends for Adjunct Speech Instructor

Salaries for an Adjunct Speech Instructor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $56,084 in 2023 to around $54,172 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Adjunct Speech Instructor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Adjunct Speech Instructor Over Time

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2024 $55,368
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