How much does a sociology teacher make in Washington?
$83,140a year
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers in Washington. That is $39.97 an hour or $6,928 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.97
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,610Median: $83,140Highest 10%: $119,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,610 | $26.74 | |
| 25th | $71,260 | $34.26 | |
| Median | $83,140 | $39.97 | |
| 75th | $98,600 | $47.40 | |
| 90th | $119,300 | $57.36 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $104,100 |
| Seattle, WA | $88,930 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociology teachers.
| 17. Georgia | $84,330 |
| 18. Idaho | $84,140 |
| 19. Louisiana | $83,700 |
| 20. Washington | $83,140 |
| 21. Illinois | $82,610 |
| 22. Iowa | $81,910 |
| 23. Texas | $81,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociology teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $39.97 ($83,140 a year).
Do sociology teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $83,140 against $84,290 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Washington rank for sociology teacher pay?
Washington ranks 20 of 46 states.
Which city in Washington pays sociology teachers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $104,100 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.