How much does a kindergarten teacher make in Washington?
$99,960a year
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers in Washington. That is $48.06 an hour or $8,330 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.06
- Vs. national median
- +59%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 5,270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,400Median: $99,960Highest 10%: $126,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,400 | $31.44 | |
| 25th | $79,150 | $38.05 | |
| Median | $99,960 | $48.06 | |
| 75th | $108,100 | $51.95 | |
| 90th | $126,000 | $60.57 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Olympia, WA | $103,600 |
| Seattle, WA | $101,600 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $99,770 |
| Bellingham, WA | $98,460 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $97,830 |
| Bremerton, WA | $97,070 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $89,740 |
| Spokane, WA | $89,710 |
| Kennewick, WA | $86,420 |
| Yakima, WA | $84,700 |
| Portland, OR | $81,090 |
| Longview, WA | $80,660 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for kindergarten teachers.
| 1. Washington | $99,960 |
| 2. Connecticut | $90,030 |
| 3. Rhode Island | $85,470 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $84,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kindergarten teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $48.06 ($99,960 a year).
Do kindergarten teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $99,960 against $62,680 nationally, 59% more.
Where does Washington rank for kindergarten teacher pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 50 states.
Which city in Washington pays kindergarten teachers the most?
Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA, with a median of $103,600 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.