Science Educator Salary in the United States

How much does a Science Educator make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Science Educator in the United States is $149,752 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

However, a Science Educator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $176,607
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,067 to $163,809
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $112,145
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Science Educator Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $163,809 $13,651 $3,150 $79
Average $149,752 $12,479 $2,880 $72
25th Percentile $130,067 $10,839 $2,501 $63
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Key Factors That Influence Science Educator Salaries

A Science Educator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Science Educator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Science Educator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $142,644
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $144,284
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $147,018
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,752
  • Expert (over 8 years): $154,259
Levels Salary
Entry Level Science Educator$142,644
Intermediate Level Science Educator$144,284
Senior Level Science Educator$147,018
Specialist Level Science Educator$149,752
Expert Level Science Educator$154,259
$142,644 0 yr
$144,284 < 2 yrs
$147,018 2-4 yrs
$149,752 5-8 yrs
$154,259 > 8 yrs
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How Do Science Educator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Science Educators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $165,805.
  • California: $165,176.
  • Massachusetts: $162,975.

Top Paying Cities for Science Educators

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $188,882
  • San Francisco: $186,814
  • Oakland: $182,877

What Skills Can Increase a Science Educator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 9.81% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Exploration (Mentioned in 3.27% Job Postings): Activities in which people explore, examine and investigate a new and/or unexpected world of work. Work Experience is activities that offer people close and more sustained opportunities for observation and participation in one or more workplaces.
  • PowerPoint (Mentioned in 1.4% Job Postings): A computer software created by Microsoft which allows the user to create slides with recordings, narrations, transitions and other features in order to present information.
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Commitment 9.81%
Exploration 3.27%
PowerPoint 1.4%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Science Educator's salary.
  • Continuous Learning: Can increase your salary by up to 32%.
  • Alignment: Can increase your salary by up to 20%.
  • Adult Learning: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Continuous Learning
 $197,673
32%
Alignment
 $179,702
20%
Adult Learning
 $176,707
18%
Integrity
 $175,210
17%
Motivating
 $169,220
13%
Building Relationships
 $169,220
13%
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How Education impacts a Science Educator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Science Educators enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Science Educator with a Bachelor's Degree is between $152,006 and $171,537).

Science Educator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Science Educator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 57.1%
High School 42.9%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 0.0%
Masters 57.1%
Doctorate 42.9%
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Science Educator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Science Educator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$130,067
Average $149,752/year
$163,809
$10,839
Average $12,479/month
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$2,501
Average $2,880/week
$3,150
$63
Average $72/hour
$79
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $163,809 $13,651 $3,150 $79
Average $149,752 $12,479 $2,880 $72
25th Percentile $130,067 $10,839 $2,501 $63

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Salary Trends for Science Educator

Salaries for a Science Educator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $128,066 in 2023 to around $120,827 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Science Educator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Science Educator Over Time

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$125,749
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2024 $125,749
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