How much does a middle school teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for middle school teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $37.19 an hour or $6,446 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.19
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among cities
- 84 of 357
- Jobs in the area
- 14,890
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,210 | $25.58 | |
| 25th | $61,980 | $29.80 | |
| Median | $77,350 | $37.19 | |
| 75th | $99,370 | $47.77 | |
| 90th | $119,800 | $57.60 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for middle school 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 middle school teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $37.19 ($77,350 a year).
Do middle school teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $77,350 against $64,370 nationally, 20% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $79,900, so Washington pays 3% less.
Where does Washington rank for middle school teacher pay?
84 of 357 metro areas with data.
How much does a middle school teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $53,210 or less a year; the top 10% make $119,800 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.