How much does a chemistry teacher make in California?
$133,000a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in California. That is $63.92 an hour or $11,080 a month.
- Hourly
- $63.92
- Vs. national median
- +43%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,450Median: $133,000Highest 10%: $278,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,450 | $37.72 | |
| 25th | $103,000 | $49.51 | |
| Median | $133,000 | $63.92 | |
| 75th | $188,800 | $90.77 | |
| 90th | $278,500 | $133.90 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Riverside, CA | $156,400 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $141,400 |
| San Diego, CA | $138,300 |
| San Francisco, CA | $137,400 |
| San Jose, CA | $131,100 |
| Sacramento, CA | $130,300 |
| Fresno, CA | $128,600 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $94,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemistry teachers.
| 1. California | $133,000 |
| 2. North Dakota | $111,000 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $108,300 |
| 4. Delaware | $104,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $63.92 ($133,000 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $133,000 against $93,250 nationally, 43% more.
Where does California rank for chemistry teacher pay?
California ranks 1 of 48 states.
Which city in California pays chemistry teachers the most?
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA, with a median of $156,400 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.