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Professor Salary in Hong Kong

Professors teach at the college level and often conduct original research in their field. The Hong Kong median is $111,100 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$111,100
per year
Monthly (national)
$9,260
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$77,809
Hong Kong, HK
Hourly (national)
$53.41
varies by city

Professor salary by city in Hong Kong

CityPer year
Hong Kong, HK$77,809

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a professor make in Hong Kong?
The national median professor salary in Hong Kong is about HK$871,000 per year (HK$72,600 per month). Across 1 cities, pay ranges from about HK$610,000 to HK$610,000.
Which Hong Kong city pays professors the most?
Hong Kong, HK pays the most at about HK$610,000 per year.
Which Hong Kong city pays professors the least?
Among cities we cover, Hong Kong, HK is on the lower end at about HK$610,000 per year for a professor.
What is the typical salary range for a professor in Hong Kong?
Across Hong Kong cities we cover, professor pay commonly spans from about HK$460,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about HK$809,000 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Hong Kong cities have professor salary data?
Pay by Role publishes professor pay for 1 cities in Hong Kong, all shown in HKD.
Is professor in demand in Hong Kong?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +8% over the next decade. Related education roles on Pay by Role include Teacher, School Principal.