How much does a chemistry teacher make in Phoenix?
$110,100a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $52.93 an hour or $9,175 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.93
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 89
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $73,490Median: $110,100Highest 10%: $151,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $73,490 | $35.33 | |
| 25th | $76,540 | $36.80 | |
| Median | $110,100 | $52.93 | |
| 75th | $135,300 | $65.06 | |
| 90th | $151,400 | $72.81 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Phoenix
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economics Teacher | $137,300 |
| Atmospheric | $110,600 |
| Engineering Teacher | $108,500 |
| Political Science Teacher | $98,260 |
| History Teacher | $97,430 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $96,660 |
| Sociology Teacher | $92,340 |
| Curator | $84,150 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $83,770 |
| Business Teacher | $80,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $52.93 ($110,100 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in Phoenix than the national average?
Yes: $110,100 against $93,250 nationally, 18% more.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $103,800, so Phoenix pays 6% more.
Where does Phoenix rank for chemistry teacher pay?
15 of 89 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemistry teacher make starting out in Phoenix?
The lowest-paid 10% make $73,490 or less a year; the top 10% make $151,400 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.