How much does a psychology teacher make in Washington?
$78,330a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in Washington. That is $37.66 an hour or $6,528 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.66
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 840
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,180Median: $78,330Highest 10%: $108,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,180 | $24.13 | |
| 25th | $61,260 | $29.45 | |
| Median | $78,330 | $37.66 | |
| 75th | $96,070 | $46.19 | |
| 90th | $108,600 | $52.19 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $81,780 |
| Seattle, WA | $79,400 |
| Bellingham, WA | $78,820 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $73,070 |
| Spokane, WA | $64,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychology teachers.
| 26. Arizona | $78,610 |
| 27. Ohio | $78,530 |
| 28. Iowa | $78,450 |
| 29. Washington | $78,330 |
| 30. Virginia | $77,950 |
| 31. Illinois | $77,860 |
| 32. Indiana | $77,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $37.66 ($78,330 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $78,330 against $80,340 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Washington rank for psychology teacher pay?
Washington ranks 29 of 50 states.
Which city in Washington pays psychology teachers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $81,780 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.