How much does a biological science teacher make in Pennsylvania?
$85,970a year
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers in Pennsylvania. That is $41.33 an hour or $7,164 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.33
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 2,410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,810Median: $85,970Highest 10%: $130,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,810 | $27.79 | |
| 25th | $68,320 | $32.85 | |
| Median | $85,970 | $41.33 | |
| 75th | $116,500 | $56.01 | |
| 90th | $130,300 | $62.66 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Harrisburg, PA | $100,700 |
| Erie, PA | $95,750 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $95,260 |
| Allentown, PA | $80,380 |
| Scranton, PA | $78,790 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $78,360 |
| Reading, PA | $78,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological science teachers.
| 16. Connecticut | $96,470 |
| 17. North Dakota | $90,740 |
| 18. Georgia | $88,020 |
| 19. Pennsylvania | $85,970 |
| 20. Nevada | $85,040 |
| 21. Maine | $84,080 |
| 22. Maryland | $83,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological science teacher make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $41.33 ($85,970 a year).
Do biological science teachers make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
Yes: $85,970 against $84,620 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for biological science teacher pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 19 of 49 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays biological science teachers the most?
Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA, with a median of $100,700 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.