How much does a postsecondary teacher make in Washington?
$78,940a year
Median yearly pay for postsecondary teachers in Washington. That is $37.95 an hour or $6,578 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.95
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,750Median: $78,940Highest 10%: $156,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,750 | $24.40 | |
| 25th | $63,570 | $30.56 | |
| Median | $78,940 | $37.95 | |
| 75th | $101,600 | $48.83 | |
| 90th | $156,500 | $75.25 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $79,780 |
| Spokane, WA | $74,780 |
| Portland, OR | $72,370 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for postsecondary teachers.
| 9. Maryland | $82,850 |
| 10. New Hampshire | $79,980 |
| 11. Wisconsin | $79,120 |
| 12. Washington | $78,940 |
| 13. District of Columbia | $78,890 |
| 14. New Mexico | $78,840 |
| 15. Louisiana | $78,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a postsecondary teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $37.95 ($78,940 a year).
Do postsecondary teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $78,940 against $77,640 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Washington rank for postsecondary teacher pay?
Washington ranks 12 of 48 states.
Which city in Washington pays postsecondary teachers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $79,780 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.