How much does an elementary school teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for elementary school teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $38.21 an hour or $6,623 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.21
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among cities
- 57 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 30,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,790 | $29.23 | |
| 25th | $64,140 | $30.84 | |
| Median | $79,470 | $38.21 | |
| 75th | $102,800 | $49.40 | |
| 90th | $122,600 | $58.93 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for elementary school 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 an elementary school teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $38.21 ($79,470 a year).
Do elementary school teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $79,470 against $63,970 nationally, 24% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $96,580, so Washington pays 18% less.
Where does Washington rank for elementary school teacher pay?
57 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does an elementary school teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $60,790 or less a year; the top 10% make $122,600 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.