As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for K12 Teacher in District of Columbia is $61,953, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,191 weekly, or $5,163 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for K12 Teacher in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for K12 Teacher in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $43,980 to $76,906. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($52,545) and 75th percentile ($69,780), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,906 per year. This $17,235 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Special Education, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia K12 Teacher often earn 10.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 18 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide for K12 Teacher job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
K12 Teacher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile K12 Teacher Salary $43,980 DC July 01, 2026
25th Percentile K12 Teacher Salary $52,545 DC July 01, 2026
50th Percentile K12 Teacher Salary $61,953 DC July 01, 2026
75th Percentile K12 Teacher Salary $69,780 DC July 01, 2026
90th Percentile K12 Teacher Salary $76,906 DC July 01, 2026
25% $52,545 10% $43,980 90% $76,906 75% $69,780 $61,953 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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