How much does an elementary school teacher make in Washington?
$102,400a year
Median yearly pay for elementary school teachers in Washington. That is $49.21 an hour or $8,529 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.21
- Vs. national median
- +60%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 28,980
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,610Median: $102,400Highest 10%: $127,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,610 | $31.06 | |
| 25th | $80,320 | $38.62 | |
| Median | $102,400 | $49.21 | |
| 75th | $115,900 | $55.71 | |
| 90th | $127,600 | $61.33 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Olympia, WA | $104,700 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $103,000 |
| Seattle, WA | $102,900 |
| Bremerton, WA | $102,700 |
| Bellingham, WA | $101,200 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $100,700 |
| Kennewick, WA | $100,400 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $100,300 |
| Spokane, WA | $98,800 |
| Yakima, WA | $98,330 |
| Portland, OR | $82,330 |
| Longview, WA | $79,910 |
| Lewiston, ID | $64,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for elementary school teachers.
| 1. Washington | $102,400 |
| 2. California | $99,650 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $96,580 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $94,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an elementary school teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $49.21 ($102,400 a year).
Do elementary school teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $102,400 against $63,970 nationally, 60% more.
Where does Washington rank for elementary school teacher pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays elementary school teachers the most?
Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA, with a median of $104,700 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.