Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $102,350 | $72,224 | +42% |
| Median hourly wage | $49.21 | $34.72 | +42% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $95,654.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Elementary School Teacher in Washington is $102,350, or about $49.21 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Elementary School Teachers is $72,224. Washington is +42% above the national median.
Entry-level elementary school teachers in Washington typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 28,980 elementary school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $102,350, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.