How much does a biological science teacher make in Sacramento?
$127,000a year
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area. That is $61.08 an hour or $10,590 a month.
- Hourly
- $61.08
- Vs. national median
- +50%
- Rank among cities
- 10 of 136
- Jobs in the area
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $99,550Median: $127,000Highest 10%: $170,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $99,550 | $47.86 | |
| 25th | $99,550 | $47.86 | |
| Median | $127,000 | $61.08 | |
| 75th | $127,000 | $61.08 | |
| 90th | $170,300 | $81.87 |
Other cities in California
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers.
| San Diego, CA | $166,900 |
| Riverside, CA | $138,100 |
| San Francisco, CA | $133,500 |
| Fresno, CA | $129,500 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $127,800 |
| San Jose, CA | $126,400 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $109,400 |
Related jobs in Sacramento
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Sciences Teacher | $169,700 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $141,200 |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teacher | $139,800 |
| Postsecondary Teacher | $135,100 |
| Psychology Teacher | $133,900 |
| Communications Teacher | $133,300 |
| Physics Teacher | $132,800 |
| Recreation and Fitness Studies Teacher | $131,900 |
| Political Science Teacher | $131,400 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $130,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological science teacher make an hour in Sacramento?
The median hourly pay in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area is $61.08 ($127,000 a year).
Do biological science teachers make more in Sacramento than the national average?
Yes: $127,000 against $84,620 nationally, 50% more.
How does Sacramento compare with the rest of California?
The median in California is $129,200, so Sacramento pays 2% less.
Where does Sacramento rank for biological science teacher pay?
10 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a biological science teacher make starting out in Sacramento?
The lowest-paid 10% make $99,550 or less a year; the top 10% make $170,300 or more.
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.