Chemistry Teachers Salary in California
Chemistry Teachers in California earn a median of $132,960 a year, +43% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $132,960
- vs. U.S. median
- +43% ($93,250)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,650
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $78,450; the top 10% earn over $278,510. Nationally the range is $57,870 to $172,110.
States ranked near California
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- Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary$137,280 median in California
Chemistry Teachers pay in California
How much do chemistry teachers make in California?
The median is $132,960 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $78,450 and the top 10% earn over $278,510. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for chemistry teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 48 (+43% vs. the national median of $93,250). Living costs are not included.