Science Teacher Salary
Real, self-reported pay data from Science Teachers across the US — 10 submissions and counting.
Science Teacher Salaries
| Date ↓ | State | Position | Salary | Education | Exp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25d ago | Wyoming | High School | $62,000 | Master's | 1yr |
| 26d ago | New York | Middle School | $75,000 | Bachelor's | 23yr |
| 26d ago | Florida | Middle School | $50,980 | Bachelor's | 3yr |
| 27d ago | Alabama | High School | $89,000 | Master's | 11yr |
| 28d ago | Kentucky | High School | $56,000 | Master's | 9yr |
| 29d ago | Wyoming | High School | $61,000 | Bachelor's | 0yr |
| 1mo ago | Illinois | Middle School | $61,000 | Master's | 12yr |
| 1mo ago | California | High School | $85,000 | Bachelor's | 8yr |
| 1mo ago | Alabama | High School | $98,000 | Master's | 19yr |
| 1mo ago | Maryland | High School | $113,049 | Master's | 17yr |
People Also Ask
How much does a Science Teacher make?+
Based on self-reported salaries on TeacherSalary.org, the average Science Teacher salary in the US is $75,103. Pay varies significantly by state, district, and years of experience.
What state pays Science Teachers the most?+
Among states with reported data, Wyoming has the most Science Teacher submissions. California, Washington, and New York typically offer the highest teacher salaries nationally.
What degree do you need to be a Science Teacher?+
Most public school Science Teacher positions require at minimum a bachelor's degree plus a state teaching license. Many districts pay higher on the salary schedule for a master's degree or additional graduate credits.
Is Science Teacher a good career?+
Teaching offers strong job stability, summers off, and defined-benefit pension plans in most states. Salary has historically lagged other degree-requiring professions, but benefits, schedule, and job security make it attractive for many. Use this database to compare pay in specific states and districts before accepting a position.
What is the starting salary for a Science Teacher?+
Starting salaries for Science Teachers vary widely — from around $35,000 in some Southern states to over $60,000 in California, New York, and Washington. A teacher with a bachelor's degree and no experience typically starts at the bottom of the district's salary schedule.
Do Science Teachers get a pension?+
Most public school Science Teachers are enrolled in their state's defined-benefit pension system. Pension vesting typically requires 5–10 years of service. Teachers at private or charter schools may not be covered by the state pension.
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