How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for nursing instructor and teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $45.55 an hour or $7,895 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.55
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 31 of 177
- Jobs in the area
- 750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,930 | $23.04 | |
| 25th | $77,360 | $37.19 | |
| Median | $94,740 | $45.55 | |
| 75th | $115,400 | $55.47 | |
| 90th | $126,800 | $60.98 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for nursing instructor and 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 nursing instructor and teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $45.55 ($94,740 a year).
Do nursing instructor and teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $94,740 against $80,250 nationally, 18% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $107,800, so Washington pays 12% less.
Where does Washington rank for nursing instructor and teacher pay?
31 of 177 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,930 or less a year; the top 10% make $126,800 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.