How much does a physics teacher make in Charlotte?
$108,100a year
Median yearly pay for physics teachers in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area. That is $51.96 an hour or $9,006 a month.
- Hourly
- $51.96
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 63
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,640Median: $108,100Highest 10%: $132,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,640 | $13.77 | |
| 25th | $69,590 | $33.46 | |
| Median | $108,100 | $51.96 | |
| 75th | $131,300 | $63.12 | |
| 90th | $132,000 | $63.46 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for physics teachers.
| Raleigh, NC | $105,600 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $98,470 |
Related jobs in Charlotte
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Engineering Teacher | $106,900 |
| Economics Teacher | $96,790 |
| Architecture Teacher | $88,490 |
| Geography Teacher | $84,630 |
| Postsecondary Teacher | $78,350 |
| Nursing Instructor and Teacher | $78,250 |
| Psychology Teacher | $78,210 |
| Political Science Teacher | $77,870 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $76,690 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $74,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physics teacher make an hour in Charlotte?
The median hourly pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area is $51.96 ($108,100 a year).
Do physics teachers make more in Charlotte than the national average?
Yes: $108,100 against $100,300 nationally, 8% more.
How does Charlotte compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $87,370, so Charlotte pays 24% more.
Where does Charlotte rank for physics teacher pay?
15 of 63 metro areas with data.
How much does a physics teacher make starting out in Charlotte?
The lowest-paid 10% make $28,640 or less a year; the top 10% make $132,000 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.