How much does a chemistry teacher make in Lincoln?
$97,590a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in the Lincoln, NE metro area. That is $46.92 an hour or $8,133 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.92
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 34 of 89
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,200Median: $97,590Highest 10%: $169,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,200 | $31.35 | |
| 25th | $78,840 | $37.90 | |
| Median | $97,590 | $46.92 | |
| 75th | $130,200 | $62.59 | |
| 90th | $169,500 | $81.48 |
Other cities in Nebraska
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Lincoln
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer Science Teacher | $131,200 |
| Physics Teacher | $128,800 |
| Business Teacher | $102,200 |
| Engineering Teacher | $101,400 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $98,950 |
| Art | $98,800 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teacher | $98,160 |
| Psychology Teacher | $82,430 |
| Postsecondary Teacher | $81,960 |
| Librarian and Media Collections Specialist | $81,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in Lincoln?
The median hourly pay in the Lincoln, NE metro area is $46.92 ($97,590 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in Lincoln than the national average?
Yes: $97,590 against $93,250 nationally, 5% more.
How does Lincoln compare with the rest of Nebraska?
The median in Nebraska is $85,050, so Lincoln pays 15% more.
Where does Lincoln rank for chemistry teacher pay?
34 of 89 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemistry teacher make starting out in Lincoln?
The lowest-paid 10% make $65,200 or less a year; the top 10% make $169,500 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.