Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| District of Columbia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $79,900 | $71,125 | +12% |
| Median hourly wage | $38.41 | $34.19 | +12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $72,702.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Middle School Teacher in District of Columbia is $79,900, or about $38.41 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Middle School Teachers is $71,125. District of Columbia is +12% above the national median.
Entry-level middle school teachers in District of Columbia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,540 middle school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $79,900, District of Columbia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.