How much does a teacher and instructor make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $47.08 an hour or $8,160 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.08
- Vs. national median
- +48%
- Rank among cities
- 14 of 244
- Jobs in the area
- 3,730
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,780 | $22.49 | |
| 25th | $68,030 | $32.71 | |
| Median | $97,920 | $47.08 | |
| 75th | $122,200 | $58.75 | |
| 90th | $142,300 | $68.39 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors.
| 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 teacher and instructor make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $47.08 ($97,920 a year).
Do teacher and instructors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $97,920 against $66,140 nationally, 48% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $93,040, so Washington pays 5% more.
Where does Washington rank for teacher and instructor pay?
14 of 244 metro areas with data.
How much does a teacher and instructor make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,780 or less a year; the top 10% make $142,300 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.