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Professor Salary in Spain

Professors teach at the college level and often conduct original research in their field. The Spain median is $112,798 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$112,798
per year
Monthly (national)
$9,352
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$112,798
Valencia, ES
Hourly (national)
$54.23
varies by city

Professor salary by city in Spain

CityPer year
Valencia, ES$112,798
Zaragoza, ES$112,798
Sevilla, ES$112,798
Málaga, ES$112,798
Murcia, ES$112,798
Palma, ES$112,798
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, ES$112,798
Alicante, ES$112,798
Bilbao, ES$112,798
Córdoba, ES$112,798
Madrid, ES$80,179
Barcelona, ES$76,643

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a professor make in Spain?
The national median professor salary in Spain is about 98.900 € per year (8200 € per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about 67.200 € to 98.900 €.
Which Spain city pays professors the most?
Valencia, ES pays the most at about 98.900 € per year.
Which Spain city pays professors the least?
Among cities we cover, Barcelona, ES is on the lower end at about 67.200 € per year for a professor.
What is the typical salary range for a professor in Spain?
Across Spain cities we cover, professor pay commonly spans from about 50.700 € at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 142.400 € for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Spain cities have professor salary data?
Pay by Role publishes professor pay for 12 cities in Spain, all shown in EUR.
Is professor in demand in Spain?
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.