How much does a physics teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for physics teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $45.88 an hour or $7,953 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.88
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among cities
- 44 of 63
- Jobs in the area
- 340
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,310 | $29.48 | |
| 25th | $77,420 | $37.22 | |
| Median | $95,430 | $45.88 | |
| 75th | $125,900 | $60.54 | |
| 90th | $155,300 | $74.66 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for physics 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 physics teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $45.88 ($95,430 a year).
Do physics teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $95,430 against $100,300 nationally, 5% less.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $85,190, so Washington pays 12% more.
Where does Washington rank for physics teacher pay?
44 of 63 metro areas with data.
How much does a physics teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $61,310 or less a year; the top 10% make $155,300 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.