How much does an environmental science teacher make in California?
$108,300a year
Median yearly pay for environmental science teachers in California. That is $52.06 an hour or $9,024 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.06
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,250Median: $108,300Highest 10%: $168,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,250 | $31.37 | |
| 25th | $78,070 | $37.53 | |
| Median | $108,300 | $52.06 | |
| 75th | $135,800 | $65.28 | |
| 90th | $168,800 | $81.16 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sacramento, CA | $101,800 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $95,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for environmental science teachers.
| 3. Oklahoma | $113,700 |
| 4. Michigan | $112,700 |
| 5. New Mexico | $111,300 |
| 6. California | $108,300 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $106,100 |
| 8. Virginia | $104,700 |
| 9. Illinois | $104,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an environmental science teacher make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $52.06 ($108,300 a year).
Do environmental science teachers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $108,300 against $94,980 nationally, 14% more.
Where does California rank for environmental science teacher pay?
California ranks 6 of 38 states.
Which city in California pays environmental science teachers the most?
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA, with a median of $101,800 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.