How much does a social sciences teacher make in Washington?
$78,060a year
Median yearly pay for social sciences teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $37.53 an hour or $6,505 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.53
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 24 of 51
- Jobs in the area
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,840Median: $78,060Highest 10%: $173,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,840 | $15.31 | |
| 25th | $31,840 | $15.31 | |
| Median | $78,060 | $37.53 | |
| 75th | $124,000 | $59.62 | |
| 90th | $173,600 | $83.47 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for social sciences 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 social sciences teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $37.53 ($78,060 a year).
Do social sciences teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $78,060 against $72,990 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Washington rank for social sciences teacher pay?
24 of 51 metro areas with data.
How much does a social sciences teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,840 or less a year; the top 10% make $173,600 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.