How much does a chemistry teacher make in Tennessee?
$79,150a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in Tennessee. That is $38.05 an hour or $6,596 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.05
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,730Median: $79,150Highest 10%: $137,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,730 | $28.72 | |
| 25th | $65,130 | $31.31 | |
| Median | $79,150 | $38.05 | |
| 75th | $111,500 | $53.60 | |
| 90th | $137,300 | $66.00 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Knoxville, TN | $88,440 |
| Memphis, TN | $76,010 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $74,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemistry teachers.
| 35. Indiana | $81,530 |
| 36. South Carolina | $81,200 |
| 37. Virginia | $80,330 |
| 38. Tennessee | $79,150 |
| 39. Connecticut | $78,820 |
| 40. North Carolina | $78,620 |
| 41. Vermont | $78,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $38.05 ($79,150 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $79,150 against $93,250 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for chemistry teacher pay?
Tennessee ranks 38 of 48 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays chemistry teachers the most?
Knoxville, TN, with a median of $88,440 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.