How much does a chemistry teacher make in Alabama?
$76,430a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in Alabama. That is $36.75 an hour or $6,369 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.75
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,230Median: $76,430Highest 10%: $132,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,230 | $28.00 | |
| 25th | $63,450 | $30.50 | |
| Median | $76,430 | $36.75 | |
| 75th | $100,100 | $48.13 | |
| 90th | $132,700 | $63.81 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Birmingham, AL | $92,250 |
| Auburn, AL | $83,460 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemistry teachers.
| 41. Vermont | $78,560 |
| 42. Ohio | $77,910 |
| 43. Florida | $77,630 |
| 44. Alabama | $76,430 |
| 45. South Dakota | $75,810 |
| 46. Mississippi | $66,420 |
| 47. Arkansas | $64,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $36.75 ($76,430 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $76,430 against $93,250 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Alabama rank for chemistry teacher pay?
Alabama ranks 44 of 48 states.
Which city in Alabama pays chemistry teachers the most?
Birmingham, AL, with a median of $92,250 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.