Environmental Science Teachers Salary in California
Also called: Environmental Sciences Professors
Environmental Science Teachers in California earn a median of $108,290 a year, +14% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $108,290
- vs. U.S. median
- +14% ($94,980)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,250; the top 10% earn over $168,810. Nationally the range is $57,780 to $164,190.
States ranked near California
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- Physics Teachers, Postsecondary$139,420 median in California
- Geography Teachers, Postsecondary$146,040 median in California
Environmental Science Teachers pay in California
How much do environmental science teachers make in California?
The median is $108,290 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,250 and the top 10% earn over $168,810. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for environmental science teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 38 (+14% vs. the national median of $94,980). Living costs are not included.