Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary Salary (2025)
Based on 19,980 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $57,870 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $68,530 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $93,250 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $127,280 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $172,110 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$58K
25th
$69K
Median
$93K
75th
$127K
90th
$172K
Highest Paying States for Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $154,490 |
| Massachusetts | $130,570 |
| Delaware | $123,060 |
| Minnesota | $122,920 |
| New Hampshire | $121,450 |
| District of Columbia | $117,940 |
| Oregon | $115,700 |
| Utah | $114,960 |
| Kansas | $114,750 |
| North Dakota | $113,150 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $154,490 per year, while North Dakota has an average of $113,150 — a difference of $41,340. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 19,980 workers were employed as Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondarys in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Educational Instruction and Library Occupations. The annual mean wage of $105,210 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-1052