How much does a chemistry teacher make in Virginia?
$80,330a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in Virginia. That is $38.62 an hour or $6,694 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.62
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,540Median: $80,330Highest 10%: $139,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,540 | $25.26 | |
| 25th | $62,660 | $30.13 | |
| Median | $80,330 | $38.62 | |
| 75th | $106,500 | $51.20 | |
| 90th | $139,500 | $67.05 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $98,170 |
| Richmond, VA | $85,310 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $80,490 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $77,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemistry teachers.
| 34. New Jersey | $81,600 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $38.62 ($80,330 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $80,330 against $93,250 nationally, 14% less.
Where does Virginia rank for chemistry teacher pay?
Virginia ranks 37 of 48 states.
Which city in Virginia pays chemistry teachers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $98,170 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.