How much does a career/technical education teacher make in Washington?
$81,120a year
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $39.00 an hour or $6,760 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.00
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 46 of 247
- Jobs in the area
- 1,360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,990Median: $81,120Highest 10%: $118,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,990 | $29.80 | |
| 25th | $68,210 | $32.79 | |
| Median | $81,120 | $39.00 | |
| 75th | $101,300 | $48.72 | |
| 90th | $118,200 | $56.80 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for career/technical education 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 career/technical education teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $39.00 ($81,120 a year).
Do career/technical education teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $81,120 against $66,270 nationally, 22% more.
Where does Washington rank for career/technical education teacher pay?
46 of 247 metro areas with data.
How much does a career/technical education teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $61,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $118,200 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.