How much does a chemistry teacher make in Kentucky?
$82,550a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in Kentucky. That is $39.69 an hour or $6,879 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.69
- Vs. national median
- -11%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,980Median: $82,550Highest 10%: $164,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,980 | $28.36 | |
| 25th | $62,710 | $30.15 | |
| Median | $82,550 | $39.69 | |
| 75th | $130,000 | $62.51 | |
| 90th | $164,200 | $78.93 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lexington, KY | $138,900 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $79,840 |
| Louisville, KY | $63,370 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemistry teachers.
| 27. Wisconsin | $83,480 |
| 28. Missouri | $83,000 |
| 29. Wyoming | $82,830 |
| 30. Kentucky | $82,550 |
| 31. Iowa | $82,050 |
| 32. West Virginia | $81,830 |
| 33. Texas | $81,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $39.69 ($82,550 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in Kentucky than the national average?
No: $82,550 against $93,250 nationally, 11% less.
Where does Kentucky rank for chemistry teacher pay?
Kentucky ranks 30 of 48 states.
Which city in Kentucky pays chemistry teachers the most?
Lexington-Fayette, KY, with a median of $138,900 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.