How much does a psychology teacher make in Alabama?
$75,340a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in Alabama. That is $36.22 an hour or $6,278 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.22
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,000Median: $75,340Highest 10%: $129,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,000 | $23.56 | |
| 25th | $61,240 | $29.44 | |
| Median | $75,340 | $36.22 | |
| 75th | $95,560 | $45.94 | |
| 90th | $129,200 | $62.13 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Auburn, AL | $98,250 |
| Birmingham, AL | $78,590 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $75,340 |
| Montgomery, AL | $63,080 |
| Mobile, AL | $62,950 |
| Huntsville, AL | $61,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychology teachers.
| 37. Colorado | $76,810 |
| 38. Tennessee | $76,010 |
| 39. Pennsylvania | $75,960 |
| 40. Alabama | $75,340 |
| 41. North Carolina | $75,260 |
| 42. South Carolina | $74,890 |
| 43. Kentucky | $74,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $36.22 ($75,340 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $75,340 against $80,340 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Alabama rank for psychology teacher pay?
Alabama ranks 40 of 50 states.
Which city in Alabama pays psychology teachers the most?
Auburn-Opelika, AL, with a median of $98,250 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.