Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors Salary in Washington (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Washington, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Washington Median
$69,990
per year
Hourly Rate
$33.65
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+14% vs US median
US median $61,540
State Rank
#7 of 50
1,310 employed here

How much do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors make in Washington?

Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Washington take home a median of $69,990 annually — roughly $33.65 an hour — which runs 14% above the national median of $61,540.

Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $48,930 while the top 10% make $98,940 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $59,330 and $79,800 a year.

Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors salary range in Washington

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$48,930$23.52
25th percentile (early career)$59,330$28.52
50th percentile (median)$69,990$33.65
75th percentile (experienced)$79,800$38.37
90th percentile (top earners)$98,940$47.57

How Washington compares

Washington ranks 7th out of 50 states and territories for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1California$102,030
2New Jersey$81,100
3Delaware$78,600
4New York$78,010
5Minnesota$76,800

Working as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Washington

Nationally, about 37,000 people work as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Washington pay ($69,990) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors make in Washington?
The median Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors salary in Washington is $69,990 per year, or about $33.65 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $48,930 at the entry level to $98,940 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors about 14% more than the national median of $61,540. Washington ranks 7th out of 50 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $69,990 a year. About 1,310 Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors are employed in Washington. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Washington?
The highest-paying occupations in Washington include Cardiologist ($656,330), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($553,310), Dermatologist ($526,170), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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