How much does a chemistry teacher make in Mississippi?
$66,420a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in Mississippi. That is $31.93 an hour or $5,535 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.93
- Vs. national median
- -29%
- Rank among states
- 46 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,340Median: $66,420Highest 10%: $125,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,340 | $21.32 | |
| 25th | $51,970 | $24.99 | |
| Median | $66,420 | $31.93 | |
| 75th | $93,000 | $44.71 | |
| 90th | $125,100 | $60.14 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $76,010 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemistry teachers.
| 43. Florida | $77,630 |
| 44. Alabama | $76,430 |
| 45. South Dakota | $75,810 |
| 46. Mississippi | $66,420 |
| 47. Arkansas | $64,720 |
| 48. Oklahoma | $64,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $31.93 ($66,420 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $66,420 against $93,250 nationally, 29% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for chemistry teacher pay?
Mississippi ranks 46 of 48 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays chemistry teachers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $76,010 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.