How much does a biological science teacher make in Seattle?
$102,100a year
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $49.07 an hour or $8,505 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.07
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among cities
- 22 of 136
- Jobs in the area
- 600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,570Median: $102,100Highest 10%: $212,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,570 | $31.04 | |
| 25th | $81,920 | $39.38 | |
| Median | $102,100 | $49.07 | |
| 75th | $162,900 | $78.30 | |
| 90th | $212,100 | $101.97 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers.
| Portland, OR | $100,800 |
| Bellingham, WA | $82,560 |
| Spokane, WA | $80,000 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Specialties Teacher | $164,900 |
| Atmospheric | $132,100 |
| Environmental Science Teacher | $130,300 |
| Engineering Teacher | $129,900 |
| Library Science Teacher | $126,800 |
| Political Science Teacher | $107,200 |
| Economics Teacher | $104,400 |
| Architecture Teacher | $103,800 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $103,500 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $102,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological science teacher make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $49.07 ($102,100 a year).
Do biological science teachers make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $102,100 against $84,620 nationally, 21% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $97,280, so Seattle pays 5% more.
Where does Seattle rank for biological science teacher pay?
22 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a biological science teacher make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $64,570 or less a year; the top 10% make $212,100 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.