How much does a career/technical education teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $28.99 an hour or $5,024 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.99
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among cities
- 176 of 270
- Jobs in the area
- 770
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,460 | $21.38 | |
| 25th | $48,100 | $23.13 | |
| Median | $60,290 | $28.99 | |
| 75th | $82,030 | $39.44 | |
| 90th | $115,300 | $55.41 |
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 $28.99 ($60,290 a year).
Do career/technical education teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $60,290 against $63,820 nationally, 6% less.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $59,220, so Washington pays 2% more.
Where does Washington rank for career/technical education teacher pay?
176 of 270 metro areas with data.
How much does a career/technical education teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,460 or less a year; the top 10% make $115,300 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.