How much does a substitute teacher make in Washington?
$55,740a year
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers in Washington. That is $26.80 an hour or $4,645 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.80
- Vs. national median
- +34%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 14,820
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,790Median: $55,740Highest 10%: $67,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,790 | $22.01 | |
| 25th | $51,120 | $24.58 | |
| Median | $55,740 | $26.80 | |
| 75th | $60,780 | $29.22 | |
| 90th | $67,700 | $32.55 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Longview, WA | $61,260 |
| Portland, OR | $61,190 |
| Seattle, WA | $60,070 |
| Bremerton, WA | $55,950 |
| Bellingham, WA | $55,740 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $54,350 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $53,610 |
| Spokane, WA | $52,000 |
| Yakima, WA | $51,490 |
| Olympia, WA | $48,060 |
| Kennewick, WA | $45,050 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $45,050 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for substitute teachers.
| 2. California | $60,300 |
| 3. Hawaii | $58,530 |
| 4. Oregon | $58,280 |
| 5. Washington | $55,740 |
| 6. Minnesota | $50,390 |
| 7. District of Columbia | $49,790 |
| 8. West Virginia | $49,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substitute teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $26.80 ($55,740 a year).
Do substitute teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $55,740 against $41,670 nationally, 34% more.
Where does Washington rank for substitute teacher pay?
Washington ranks 5 of 50 states.
Which city in Washington pays substitute teachers the most?
Longview-Kelso, WA, with a median of $61,260 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.