How much does a biological science teacher make in North Carolina?
$77,700a year
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers in North Carolina. That is $37.36 an hour or $6,475 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.36
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,490Median: $77,700Highest 10%: $136,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,490 | $24.75 | |
| 25th | $61,630 | $29.63 | |
| Median | $77,700 | $37.36 | |
| 75th | $104,300 | $50.14 | |
| 90th | $136,000 | $65.39 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Raleigh, NC | $104,300 |
| Wilmington, NC | $84,350 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $78,260 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $76,410 |
| Charlotte, NC | $74,760 |
| Greensboro, NC | $65,100 |
| Hickory, NC | $61,950 |
| Asheville, NC | $60,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological science teachers.
| 38. Tennessee | $78,940 |
| 39. Wisconsin | $78,920 |
| 40. Iowa | $78,060 |
| 41. North Carolina | $77,700 |
| 42. Arkansas | $77,670 |
| 43. Alabama | $77,540 |
| 44. South Dakota | $76,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological science teacher make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $37.36 ($77,700 a year).
Do biological science teachers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $77,700 against $84,620 nationally, 8% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for biological science teacher pay?
North Carolina ranks 41 of 49 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays biological science teachers the most?
Raleigh-Cary, NC, with a median of $104,300 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.