How much does a law teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for law teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $64.47 an hour or $11,170 a month.
- Hourly
- $64.47
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 11 of 31
- Jobs in the area
- 740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $82,600 | $39.71 | |
| 25th | $98,520 | $47.37 | |
| Median | $134,100 | $64.47 | |
| 75th | $168,200 | $80.88 | |
| 90th | $212,600 | $102.22 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for law 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 |
| 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 |
| Political Science Teacher | $102,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a law teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $64.47 ($134,100 a year).
Do law teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $134,100 against $128,500 nationally, 4% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $134,100, so Washington pays 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for law teacher pay?
11 of 31 metro areas with data.
How much does a law teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $82,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $212,600 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.