* Institution: Salaries vary greatly between prestigious universities, state schools, and private colleges.
* Rank: Professors are ranked as Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, with each level typically earning more than the previous one.
* Years of experience: Salaries generally increase with years of experience.
* Location: Salaries in major cities or high-cost-of-living areas tend to be higher.
* Research grants and publications: Professors who receive grants or publish frequently may have higher salaries.
* Teaching load: A professor with a heavy teaching load might have a lower salary than one with a lighter load.
However, you can get a general idea:
* According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for postsecondary teachers in 2022 was $92,540. This includes all postsecondary teachers, not just linguistics professors.
* A 2020 study by the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR) found that the median salary for full professors in English and Foreign Languages (which includes linguistics) was $125,200.
* Salaries for assistant and associate professors are generally lower.
To get a more specific idea of the salary range for a linguistics professor at a particular institution, you can:
* Check the university's website: Many universities publish salary information for their faculty.
* Contact the linguistics department: They may be able to provide you with general information about salaries.
* Use online salary databases: Websites like Glassdoor and Salary.com offer salary data for various professions.
Remember that these are just estimates, and your actual salary will depend on your specific circumstances.