Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 8 metro areas • California
Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary in California earn a median salary of $129,943 per year on average across 8 metro and nonmetro areas, +50.7% vs the national median of $86,220. An estimated 1,390 chemistry teachers, postsecondary are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $104,140 to $152,150 depending on location.
$129,943
Avg median salary in California
$152,150
Highest paying metro
$104,140
Lowest paying metro
1,390
Employed in California
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Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $152,150 | $122,200 | $211,460 | 260 |
| San Diego, CA | $136,670 | $112,740 | $209,700 | 230 |
| Riverside, CA | $134,290 | $101,060 | $180,460 | 130 |
| San Jose, CA | $131,800 | $95,940 | $154,510 | 110 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $130,750 | $86,710 | $176,840 | 480 |
| Sacramento, CA | $125,460 | $99,470 | $164,800 | 90 |
| Fresno, CA | $124,280 | $114,270 | $157,530 | 40 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $104,140 | $81,210 | $128,380 | 50 |