How much does a psychology teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $48.55 an hour or $8,415 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.55
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among cities
- 18 of 136
- Jobs in the area
- 710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,920 | $27.37 | |
| 25th | $75,860 | $36.47 | |
| Median | $101,000 | $48.55 | |
| 75th | $124,700 | $59.96 | |
| 90th | $159,900 | $76.88 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for psychology 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 psychology teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $48.55 ($101,000 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $101,000 against $80,340 nationally, 26% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $101,300, so Washington pays 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for psychology teacher pay?
18 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychology teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $56,920 or less a year; the top 10% make $159,900 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.