How much does a chemistry teacher make in Louisiana?
$83,680a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in Louisiana. That is $40.23 an hour or $6,973 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.23
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,650Median: $83,680Highest 10%: $162,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,650 | $31.08 | |
| 25th | $72,330 | $34.77 | |
| Median | $83,680 | $40.23 | |
| 75th | $115,900 | $55.71 | |
| 90th | $162,600 | $78.18 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemistry teachers.
| 23. New Mexico | $85,240 |
| 24. Nebraska | $85,050 |
| 25. Montana | $84,680 |
| 26. Louisiana | $83,680 |
| 27. Wisconsin | $83,480 |
| 28. Missouri | $83,000 |
| 29. Wyoming | $82,830 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $40.23 ($83,680 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $83,680 against $93,250 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for chemistry teacher pay?
Louisiana ranks 26 of 48 states.
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.