How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make in Washington?
$81,630a year
Median yearly pay for nursing instructor and teachers in Washington. That is $39.25 an hour or $6,803 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.25
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,320Median: $81,630Highest 10%: $133,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,320 | $28.04 | |
| 25th | $69,340 | $33.34 | |
| Median | $81,630 | $39.25 | |
| 75th | $104,300 | $50.14 | |
| 90th | $133,800 | $64.35 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bellingham, WA | $97,870 |
| Seattle, WA | $93,540 |
| Portland, OR | $78,850 |
| Spokane, WA | $73,070 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for nursing instructor and teachers.
| 16. Florida | $82,410 |
| 17. Utah | $82,320 |
| 18. California | $81,960 |
| 19. Washington | $81,630 |
| 20. Minnesota | $81,280 |
| 21. North Dakota | $80,710 |
| 22. North Carolina | $80,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $39.25 ($81,630 a year).
Do nursing instructor and teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $81,630 against $80,250 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Washington rank for nursing instructor and teacher pay?
Washington ranks 19 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays nursing instructor and teachers the most?
Bellingham, WA, with a median of $97,870 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.