How much does a physics teacher make in Washington?
$96,930a year
Median yearly pay for physics teachers in Washington. That is $46.60 an hour or $8,078 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.60
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,580Median: $96,930Highest 10%: $166,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,580 | $27.68 | |
| 25th | $70,630 | $33.96 | |
| Median | $96,930 | $46.60 | |
| 75th | $107,400 | $51.63 | |
| 90th | $166,100 | $79.86 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $111,500 |
| Seattle, WA | $98,060 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physics teachers.
| 27. Montana | $98,050 |
| 28. Texas | $97,760 |
| 29. Kansas | $97,140 |
| 30. Washington | $96,930 |
| 31. Nevada | $96,330 |
| 32. Ohio | $96,310 |
| 33. Illinois | $94,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physics teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $46.60 ($96,930 a year).
Do physics teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $96,930 against $100,300 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Washington rank for physics teacher pay?
Washington ranks 30 of 47 states.
Which city in Washington pays physics teachers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $111,500 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.