How much does a biological science teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $39.67 an hour or $6,877 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.67
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among cities
- 69 of 136
- Jobs in the area
- 960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,570 | $23.83 | |
| 25th | $64,830 | $31.17 | |
| Median | $82,520 | $39.67 | |
| 75th | $122,600 | $58.96 | |
| 90th | $172,700 | $83.03 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economics Teacher | $155,100 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $135,700 |
| Law Teacher | $134,100 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teacher | $129,900 |
| Business Teacher | $128,400 |
| Engineering Teacher | $126,200 |
| Atmospheric | $108,200 |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teacher | $106,000 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $105,200 |
| Environmental Science Teacher | $104,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological science teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $39.67 ($82,520 a year).
Do biological science teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $82,520 against $84,620 nationally, 2% less.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $96,830, so Washington pays 15% less.
Where does Washington rank for biological science teacher pay?
69 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a biological science teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,570 or less a year; the top 10% make $172,700 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.