How much does a history teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for history teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $46.56 an hour or $8,070 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.56
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 89
- Jobs in the area
- 420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,310 | $28.03 | |
| 25th | $74,130 | $35.64 | |
| Median | $96,840 | $46.56 | |
| 75th | $126,000 | $60.56 | |
| 90th | $150,600 | $72.41 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for history 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 history teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $46.56 ($96,840 a year).
Do history teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $96,840 against $83,820 nationally, 16% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $85,550, so Washington pays 13% more.
Where does Washington rank for history teacher pay?
33 of 89 metro areas with data.
How much does a history teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $58,310 or less a year; the top 10% make $150,600 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.