How much does an education teacher make in Washington?
$75,170a year
Median yearly pay for education teachers in Washington. That is $36.14 an hour or $6,264 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.14
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,540Median: $75,170Highest 10%: $103,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,540 | $24.30 | |
| 25th | $60,110 | $28.90 | |
| Median | $75,170 | $36.14 | |
| 75th | $86,890 | $41.77 | |
| 90th | $103,700 | $49.83 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $79,820 |
| Spokane, WA | $77,870 |
| Portland, OR | $74,910 |
| Yakima, WA | $51,670 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for education teachers.
| 16. Utah | $77,090 |
| 17. Virginia | $77,060 |
| 18. Maine | $77,050 |
| 19. Washington | $75,170 |
| 20. Pennsylvania | $74,910 |
| 21. Wisconsin | $74,790 |
| 22. Arkansas | $74,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an education teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $36.14 ($75,170 a year).
Do education teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $75,170 against $75,350 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for education teacher pay?
Washington ranks 19 of 49 states.
Which city in Washington pays education teachers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $79,820 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.