As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Art Instructor in Washington, DC is $73,330, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,410 weekly, or $6,111 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Art Instructor in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Art Instructor in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $54,385 to $92,161. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,414) and 75th percentile ($83,187), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,161 per year. This $19,773 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Tutoring, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Washington Art Instructor often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 84 statewide for Art Instructor job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Art Instructor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Art Instructor Salary $54,385 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Art Instructor Salary $63,414 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Art Instructor Salary $73,330 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Art Instructor Salary $83,187 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Art Instructor Salary $92,161 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
25% $63,414 10% $54,385 90% $92,161 75% $83,187 $73,330 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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