How much does a teaching assistant make in District of Columbia?
$46,920a year
Median yearly pay for teaching assistants in District of Columbia. That is $22.56 an hour or $3,910 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.56
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,950
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,370Median: $46,920Highest 10%: $58,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,370 | $18.45 | |
| 25th | $40,080 | $19.27 | |
| Median | $46,920 | $22.56 | |
| 75th | $49,330 | $23.72 | |
| 90th | $58,100 | $27.93 |
Cities in District of Columbia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $46,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for teaching assistants.
| 1. Washington | $49,120 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $46,920 |
| 3. Maine | $46,750 |
| 4. California | $46,490 |
| 5. Vermont | $43,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a teaching assistant make an hour in District of Columbia?
The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $22.56 ($46,920 a year).
Do teaching assistants make more in District of Columbia than the national average?
Yes: $46,920 against $36,780 nationally, 28% more.
Where does District of Columbia rank for teaching assistant pay?
District of Columbia ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in District of Columbia pays teaching assistants the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $46,200 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.