How much does a substitute teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $22.34 an hour or $3,873 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.34
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 62 of 323
- Jobs in the area
- 15,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,620 | $17.13 | |
| 25th | $41,670 | $20.03 | |
| Median | $46,470 | $22.34 | |
| 75th | $47,540 | $22.86 | |
| 90th | $53,540 | $25.74 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for substitute 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 substitute teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $22.34 ($46,470 a year).
Do substitute teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $46,470 against $41,670 nationally, 12% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $49,790, so Washington pays 7% less.
Where does Washington rank for substitute teacher pay?
62 of 323 metro areas with data.
How much does a substitute teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,620 or less a year; the top 10% make $53,540 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.