How much does a substitute teacher make in District of Columbia?
$49,790a year
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers in District of Columbia. That is $23.94 an hour or $4,149 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.94
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 750
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,450Median: $49,790Highest 10%: $51,090
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,450 | $22.33 | |
| 25th | $49,790 | $23.94 | |
| Median | $49,790 | $23.94 | |
| 75th | $49,790 | $23.94 | |
| 90th | $51,090 | $24.56 |
Cities in District of Columbia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $46,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for substitute teachers.
| 4. Oregon | $58,280 |
| 5. Washington | $55,740 |
| 6. Minnesota | $50,390 |
| 7. District of Columbia | $49,790 |
| 8. West Virginia | $49,020 |
| 9. Maryland | $46,470 |
| 10. Rhode Island | $45,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substitute teacher make an hour in District of Columbia?
The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $23.94 ($49,790 a year).
Do substitute teachers make more in District of Columbia than the national average?
Yes: $49,790 against $41,670 nationally, 19% more.
Where does District of Columbia rank for substitute teacher pay?
District of Columbia ranks 7 of 50 states.
Which city in District of Columbia pays substitute teachers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $46,470 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.