How much does a physics teacher make in Richmond?
$103,700a year
Median yearly pay for physics teachers in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $49.83 an hour or $8,638 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.83
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 26 of 63
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,040Median: $103,700Highest 10%: $169,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,040 | $24.54 | |
| 25th | $65,570 | $31.52 | |
| Median | $103,700 | $49.83 | |
| 75th | $126,600 | $60.86 | |
| 90th | $169,500 | $81.50 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for physics teachers.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $98,470 |
| Washington, DC | $95,430 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Law Teacher | $131,300 |
| Economics Teacher | $128,500 |
| Engineering Teacher | $105,000 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $101,100 |
| Business Teacher | $98,170 |
| Political Science Teacher | $92,410 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $86,670 |
| History Teacher | $86,410 |
| Area | $85,960 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $85,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physics teacher make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $49.83 ($103,700 a year).
Do physics teachers make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $103,700 against $100,300 nationally, 3% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $104,500, so Richmond pays 1% less.
Where does Richmond rank for physics teacher pay?
26 of 63 metro areas with data.
How much does a physics teacher make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $51,040 or less a year; the top 10% make $169,500 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.