How much does a kindergarten teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $37.12 an hour or $6,433 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.12
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among cities
- 59 of 294
- Jobs in the area
- 2,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,590 | $27.21 | |
| 25th | $61,910 | $29.76 | |
| Median | $77,200 | $37.12 | |
| 75th | $97,410 | $46.83 | |
| 90th | $107,100 | $51.49 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for kindergarten 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 kindergarten teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $37.12 ($77,200 a year).
Do kindergarten teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $77,200 against $62,680 nationally, 23% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $81,500, so Washington pays 5% less.
Where does Washington rank for kindergarten teacher pay?
59 of 294 metro areas with data.
How much does a kindergarten teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $56,590 or less a year; the top 10% make $107,100 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.