How much does a chemistry teacher make in Providence?
$97,490a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $46.87 an hour or $8,124 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.87
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 37 of 89
- Jobs in the area
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,670Median: $97,490Highest 10%: $156,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,670 | $28.69 | |
| 25th | $77,690 | $37.35 | |
| Median | $97,490 | $46.87 | |
| 75th | $132,500 | $63.72 | |
| 90th | $156,000 | $75.00 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economics Teacher | $133,500 |
| Law Teacher | $128,500 |
| Teacher and Instructor | $128,200 |
| Social Sciences Teacher | $126,600 |
| History Teacher | $107,000 |
| Business Teacher | $104,600 |
| Area | $104,500 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $103,800 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $103,700 |
| Engineering Teacher | $102,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $46.87 ($97,490 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $97,490 against $93,250 nationally, 5% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $100,900, so Providence pays 3% less.
Where does Providence rank for chemistry teacher pay?
37 of 89 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemistry teacher make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $59,670 or less a year; the top 10% make $156,000 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.