How much does a geography teacher make in Washington?
$99,560a year
Median yearly pay for geography teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $47.87 an hour or $8,297 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.87
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 10 of 15
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,400Median: $99,560Highest 10%: $183,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,400 | $29.04 | |
| 25th | $96,530 | $46.41 | |
| Median | $99,560 | $47.87 | |
| 75th | $127,200 | $61.17 | |
| 90th | $183,300 | $88.14 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for geography 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 geography teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $47.87 ($99,560 a year).
Do geography teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $99,560 against $97,590 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Washington rank for geography teacher pay?
10 of 15 metro areas with data.
How much does a geography teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $60,400 or less a year; the top 10% make $183,300 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.