How much does a chemistry teacher make in Washington?
$85,970a year
Median yearly pay for chemistry teachers in Washington. That is $41.33 an hour or $7,164 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.33
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,540Median: $85,970Highest 10%: $127,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,540 | $28.14 | |
| 25th | $74,110 | $35.63 | |
| Median | $85,970 | $41.33 | |
| 75th | $101,600 | $48.86 | |
| 90th | $127,700 | $61.40 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $101,300 |
| Seattle, WA | $87,660 |
| Spokane, WA | $80,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemistry teachers.
| 17. Colorado | $96,600 |
| 18. Pennsylvania | $95,070 |
| 19. Kansas | $93,830 |
| 20. Washington | $85,970 |
| 21. Georgia | $85,300 |
| 22. Maine | $85,250 |
| 23. New Mexico | $85,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemistry teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $41.33 ($85,970 a year).
Do chemistry teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $85,970 against $93,250 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Washington rank for chemistry teacher pay?
Washington ranks 20 of 48 states.
Which city in Washington pays chemistry teachers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, 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.