How much does a communications teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for communications teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $40.29 an hour or $6,984 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.29
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 28 of 105
- Jobs in the area
- 490
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,440 | $23.77 | |
| 25th | $65,720 | $31.60 | |
| Median | $83,810 | $40.29 | |
| 75th | $103,800 | $49.92 | |
| 90th | $160,500 | $77.15 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for communications 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 communications teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $40.29 ($83,810 a year).
Do communications teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $83,810 against $78,580 nationally, 7% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $83,910, so Washington pays 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for communications teacher pay?
28 of 105 metro areas with data.
How much does a communications teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,440 or less a year; the top 10% make $160,500 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.