Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| District of Columbia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $81,500 | $66,997 | +22% |
| Median hourly wage | $39.18 | $32.21 | +22% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $74,158.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in District of Columbia is $81,500, or about $39.18 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. District of Columbia is +22% above the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in District of Columbia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 180 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $81,500, District of Columbia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.