How much does a philosophy and religion teacher make in Washington?
$81,240a year
Median yearly pay for philosophy and religion teachers in Washington. That is $39.06 an hour or $6,770 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.06
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,550Median: $81,240Highest 10%: $122,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,550 | $27.67 | |
| 25th | $65,450 | $31.47 | |
| Median | $81,240 | $39.06 | |
| 75th | $102,200 | $49.11 | |
| 90th | $122,400 | $58.84 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $85,550 |
| Portland, OR | $85,300 |
| Spokane, WA | $74,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for philosophy and religion teachers.
| 12. Oregon | $85,300 |
| 13. New Hampshire | $82,820 |
| 14. Rhode Island | $82,510 |
| 15. Washington | $81,240 |
| 16. Indiana | $79,740 |
| 17. Minnesota | $79,720 |
| 18. District of Columbia | $79,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a philosophy and religion teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $39.06 ($81,240 a year).
Do philosophy and religion teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $81,240 against $80,260 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Washington rank for philosophy and religion teacher pay?
Washington ranks 15 of 43 states.
Which city in Washington pays philosophy and religion teachers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $85,550 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.