What are the main factors that influence a Beginning Teacher's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Beginning Teacher's salary?

A Beginning Teacher's salary grows with experience: an Beginning Teacher (0-0 years)earns $68,680, an Asst. Professor - Education (0-0 years)earns $75,850, an Assoc. Professor - Education (0-0 years)earns $85,198, a Professor - Education (0-0 years)earns $110,851,

What are the highest paying states for a Beginning Teacher?

Beginning Teacher salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Beginning Teacher roles are District of Columbia $66,604, California $66,351, Massachusetts $65,467. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Beginning Teacher roles make?

Salaries for Beginning Teacher level roles vary by specialization: Teacher and Teacher Assistant: $55,486; Teacher Secondary School: $54,798; Teacher Kindergarten: $54,287; Teacher: $53,945; SPED Teacher: $53,630.

Beginning Teacher Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Beginning Teacher make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Beginning Teacher in District of Columbia is $66,604 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Beginning Teacher's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,500
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,636 to $75,448
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,560

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Beginning Teacher Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,448	$6,287	$1,451	$36
Average	$66,604	$5,550	$1,281	$32
25th Percentile	$56,636	$4,720	$1,089	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Beginning Teacher Salaries

A Beginning Teacher's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Beginning Teacher Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Beginning Teachers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,604.
California: $66,351.
Massachusetts: $65,467.

District of Columbia $66,604 California $66,351 Massachusetts $65,467 Washington $65,226 New Jersey $65,202 Alaska $65,118 Connecticut $64,288 New York $63,951

Hawaii $62,874 Rhode Island $62,369 Maryland $62,026 Minnesota $61,557 Colorado $61,376 Illinois $61,316 Oregon $61,087 Delaware $60,919

New Hampshire $60,813 Virginia $60,576 Pennsylvania $59,884 Nevada $59,535 North Dakota $59,421 Michigan $59,241 Wisconsin $59,174 Vermont $59,042

Texas $58,675 Maine $58,651 Arizona $58,615 Ohio $58,573 Georgia $58,019 Indiana $57,743 Wyoming $57,689 Utah $57,604

Iowa $57,568 Kansas $57,279 Louisiana $57,195 North Carolina $57,165 Missouri $57,153 Florida $56,919 Montana $56,792 Nebraska $56,672

Kentucky $56,606 South Carolina $56,365 Tennessee $56,215 Idaho $56,155 New Mexico $55,715 Oklahoma $55,619 Alabama $55,264 South Dakota $54,669

Arkansas $54,344 West Virginia $54,169 Mississippi $53,646

Top Paying Cities for Beginning Teachers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $66,242
Washington: $66,243
Naval Anacost Annex: $66,240

Parcel Return Service, DC $66,242 Washington, DC $66,243 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $66,240 Washington Navy Yard, DC $66,242

Beginning Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Beginning Teacher's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$56,636

Average $66,604/year

$75,448

$4,720

Average $5,550/month

$6,287

$1,089

Average $1,281/week

$1,451

$27

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,448	$6,287	$1,451	$36
Average	$66,604	$5,550	$1,281	$32
25th Percentile	$56,636	$4,720	$1,089	$27

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