How much does a teaching assistant make in Washington?
$50,460a year
Median yearly pay for teaching assistants in Washington. That is $24.26 an hour or $4,205 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.26
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,650Median: $50,460Highest 10%: $64,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,650 | $16.66 | |
| 25th | $40,570 | $19.50 | |
| Median | $50,460 | $24.26 | |
| 75th | $61,010 | $29.33 | |
| 90th | $64,740 | $31.13 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bellingham, WA | $59,240 |
| Portland, OR | $49,550 |
| Spokane, WA | $48,650 |
| Seattle, WA | $48,380 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $47,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for teaching assistants.
| 4. New Jersey | $54,260 |
| 5. Minnesota | $53,380 |
| 6. Utah | $52,300 |
| 7. Washington | $50,460 |
| 8. North Carolina | $50,050 |
| 9. North Dakota | $49,960 |
| 10. Oklahoma | $49,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a teaching assistant make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $24.26 ($50,460 a year).
Do teaching assistants make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $50,460 against $42,910 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Washington rank for teaching assistant pay?
Washington ranks 7 of 45 states.
Which city in Washington pays teaching assistants the most?
Bellingham, WA, with a median of $59,240 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.