How much does a chemistry teacher make in North Carolina?
$78,620a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in North Carolina. That is $37.80 an hour or $6,552 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.80
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 900
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,190Median: $78,620Highest 10%: $134,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,190 | $25.09 | |
| 25th | $62,050 | $29.83 | |
| Median | $78,620 | $37.80 | |
| 75th | $103,800 | $49.90 | |
| 90th | $134,200 | $64.52 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Wilmington, NC | $144,200 |
| Raleigh, NC | $104,700 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $80,490 |
| Charlotte, NC | $76,690 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemistry teachers.
| 37. Virginia | $80,330 |
| 38. Tennessee | $79,150 |
| 39. Connecticut | $78,820 |
| 40. North Carolina | $78,620 |
| 41. Vermont | $78,560 |
| 42. Ohio | $77,910 |
| 43. Florida | $77,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $37.80 ($78,620 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $78,620 against $93,250 nationally, 16% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for chemistry teacher pay?
North Carolina ranks 40 of 48 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays chemistry teachers the most?
Wilmington, NC, with a median of $144,200 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.