How much does a teacher and instructor make in District of Columbia?
$93,040a year
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors in District of Columbia. That is $44.73 an hour or $7,753 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.73
- Vs. national median
- +41%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,050
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,730Median: $93,040Highest 10%: $172,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,730 | $22.47 | |
| 25th | $62,180 | $29.89 | |
| Median | $93,040 | $44.73 | |
| 75th | $111,500 | $53.62 | |
| 90th | $172,000 | $82.71 |
Cities in District of Columbia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $97,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for teacher and instructors.
| 2. Massachusetts | $100,600 |
| 3. Kansas | $94,520 |
| 4. Maryland | $94,070 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $93,040 |
| 6. California | $87,460 |
| 7. Virginia | $85,280 |
| 8. Maine | $84,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a teacher and instructor make an hour in District of Columbia?
The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $44.73 ($93,040 a year).
Do teacher and instructors make more in District of Columbia than the national average?
Yes: $93,040 against $66,140 nationally, 41% more.
Where does District of Columbia rank for teacher and instructor pay?
District of Columbia ranks 5 of 50 states.
Which city in District of Columbia pays teacher and instructors the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $97,920 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.