How much does a biological science teacher make in California?
$129,200a year
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers in California. That is $62.09 an hour or $10,760 a month.
- Hourly
- $62.09
- Vs. national median
- +53%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 3,610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $75,280Median: $129,200Highest 10%: $250,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $75,280 | $36.19 | |
| 25th | $99,550 | $47.86 | |
| Median | $129,200 | $62.09 | |
| 75th | $177,200 | $85.18 | |
| 90th | $250,700 | $120.53 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Diego, CA | $166,900 |
| Riverside, CA | $138,100 |
| San Francisco, CA | $133,500 |
| Fresno, CA | $129,500 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $128,900 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $127,800 |
| Sacramento, CA | $127,000 |
| San Jose, CA | $126,400 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $109,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological science teachers.
| 1. California | $129,200 |
| 2. Massachusetts | $105,100 |
| 3. Michigan | $103,600 |
| 4. New Hampshire | $102,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological science teacher make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $62.09 ($129,200 a year).
Do biological science teachers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $129,200 against $84,620 nationally, 53% more.
Where does California rank for biological science teacher pay?
California ranks 1 of 49 states.
Which city in California pays biological science teachers the most?
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA, with a median of $166,900 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.