How much does a teaching assistant make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for teaching assistants in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $22.21 an hour or $3,850 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.21
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among cities
- 25 of 391
- Jobs in the area
- 25,050
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,470 | $16.57 | |
| 25th | $37,590 | $18.07 | |
| Median | $46,200 | $22.21 | |
| 75th | $50,850 | $24.45 | |
| 90th | $61,880 | $29.75 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for teaching assistants.
| 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 teaching assistant make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $22.21 ($46,200 a year).
Do teaching assistants make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $46,200 against $36,780 nationally, 26% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $46,920, so Washington pays 2% less.
Where does Washington rank for teaching assistant pay?
25 of 391 metro areas with data.
How much does a teaching assistant make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,470 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,880 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.