How much does a chemistry teacher make in Pennsylvania?
$95,070a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in Pennsylvania. That is $45.71 an hour or $7,923 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.71
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,370Median: $95,070Highest 10%: $132,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,370 | $28.54 | |
| 25th | $73,730 | $35.45 | |
| Median | $95,070 | $45.71 | |
| 75th | $103,600 | $49.83 | |
| 90th | $132,700 | $63.79 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Erie, PA | $101,300 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $99,230 |
| Allentown, PA | $97,900 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $95,780 |
| Scranton, PA | $93,950 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $83,150 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemistry teachers.
| 15. New York | $99,880 |
| 16. Illinois | $97,860 |
| 17. Colorado | $96,600 |
| 18. Pennsylvania | $95,070 |
| 19. Kansas | $93,830 |
| 20. Washington | $85,970 |
| 21. Georgia | $85,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $45.71 ($95,070 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
Yes: $95,070 against $93,250 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for chemistry teacher pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 18 of 48 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays chemistry teachers the most?
Erie, PA, with a median of $101,300 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.