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

A Teacher's salary grows with experience: starting around $56,231 for beginners, reaching about $59,731 at mid-level, and approach $63,086 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Teacher?

Teacher salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Teacher roles are District of Columbia $59,731, California $59,505, Massachusetts $58,711. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Teacher roles make?

Salaries for Teacher level roles vary by specialization: Theatre Teacher: $64,501; Teacher Elementary School: $60,773; Teacher and Teacher Assistant: $55,489; Teacher Secondary School: $54,797; Teacher Kindergarten: $54,287.

Teacher Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Teacher make in District of Columbia?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Teacher in District of Columbia is $59,731 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,260
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,017 to $67,336
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,083

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Teacher Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,336	$5,611	$1,295	$32
Average	$59,731	$4,978	$1,149	$29
25th Percentile	$51,017	$4,251	$981	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Teacher Salaries

A 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 Experience Level Affects Teacher Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Teacher's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $56,231
Early Career (1-2 years): $56,498
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,731
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,863
Expert (over 8 years): $63,086

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Teacher	$56,231
Intermediate Level Teacher	$56,498
Senior Level Teacher	$59,731
Specialist Level Teacher	$62,863
Expert Level Teacher	$63,086

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How Do 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 Teachers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,731.
California: $59,505.
Massachusetts: $58,711.

District of Columbia $59,731 California $59,505 Massachusetts $58,711 Washington $58,496 New Jersey $58,474 Alaska $58,399 Connecticut $57,654 New York $57,352

Hawaii $56,386 Rhode Island $55,933 Maryland $55,626 Minnesota $55,205 Colorado $55,043 Illinois $54,989 Oregon $54,784 Delaware $54,633

New Hampshire $54,538 Virginia $54,326 Pennsylvania $53,705 Nevada $53,392 North Dakota $53,290 Michigan $53,128 Wisconsin $53,069 Vermont $52,950

Texas $52,621 Maine $52,599 Arizona $52,567 Ohio $52,529 Georgia $52,033 Indiana $51,785 Wyoming $51,736 Utah $51,661

Iowa $51,628 Kansas $51,369 Louisiana $51,294 North Carolina $51,267 Missouri $51,256 Florida $51,046 Montana $50,932 Nebraska $50,824

Kentucky $50,765 South Carolina $50,549 Tennessee $50,414 Idaho $50,360 New Mexico $49,967 Oklahoma $49,880 Alabama $49,562 South Dakota $49,028

Arkansas $48,737 West Virginia $48,580 Mississippi $48,111

Top Paying Cities for 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: $59,731
Washington: $59,731
Naval Anacost Annex: $59,731

Parcel Return Service, DC $59,731 Washington, DC $59,731 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $59,731 Washington Navy Yard, DC $59,731

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

Understanding how a 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 February 01, 2026

$51,017

Average $59,731/year

$67,336

$4,251

Average $4,978/month

$5,611

$981

Average $1,149/week

$1,295

$25

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,336	$5,611	$1,295	$32
Average	$59,731	$4,978	$1,149	$29
25th Percentile	$51,017	$4,251	$981	$25

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