Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $102,670 | $74,587 | +38% |
| Median hourly wage | $49.36 | $35.86 | +38% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $95,953.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a High School Teacher in Washington is $102,670, or about $49.36 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for High School Teachers is $74,587. Washington is +38% above the national median.
Entry-level high school teachers in Washington typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 14,880 high school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $102,670, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.