How much does a career/technical education teacher make in Washington?
$103,300a year
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers in Washington. That is $49.66 an hour or $8,608 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.66
- Vs. national median
- +59%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $74,590Median: $103,300Highest 10%: $127,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,590 | $35.86 | |
| 25th | $83,020 | $39.91 | |
| Median | $103,300 | $49.66 | |
| 75th | $118,800 | $57.09 | |
| 90th | $127,500 | $61.32 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Spokane, WA | $108,000 |
| Kennewick, WA | $107,600 |
| Portland, OR | $105,200 |
| Seattle, WA | $103,500 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $100,500 |
| Yakima, WA | $99,550 |
| Olympia, WA | $98,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for career/technical education teachers.
| 1. Washington | $103,300 |
| 2. Rhode Island | $97,240 |
| 3. Connecticut | $95,680 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $93,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a career/technical education teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $49.66 ($103,300 a year).
Do career/technical education teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $103,300 against $65,030 nationally, 59% more.
Where does Washington rank for career/technical education teacher pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 34 states.
Which city in Washington pays career/technical education teachers the most?
Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA, with a median of $108,000 a year.
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.