Washington Median
$102,350
per year
Hourly Rate
$49.21
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+60% vs US median
US median $63,970
State Rank
#1 of 51
28,980 employed here
How much does an Elementary School Teacher, Except Special Education make in Washington?
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Washington take home a median of $102,350 annually — roughly $49.21 an hour — which runs 60% above the national median of $63,970.
Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $64,610 while the top 10% make $127,570 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $80,320 and $115,880 a year.
Elementary School Teacher, Except Special Education salary range in Washington
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $64,610 | $31.06 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $80,320 | $38.62 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $102,350 | $49.21 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $115,880 | $55.71 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $127,570 | $61.33 |
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How Washington compares
Washington ranks 1st out of 51 states and territories for Elementary School Teacher, Except Special Education pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Elementary School Teacher, Except Special Education salary in other states
California $99,650District of Columbia $96,580Massachusetts $94,000Rhode Island $90,930New York $85,760Connecticut $80,600Alaska $79,260New Jersey $78,200Maryland $77,680Ohio $77,370Oregon $77,130Pennsylvania $77,060Minnesota $76,350Delaware $75,920Illinois $75,320Utah $74,810New Mexico $74,550New Hampshire $72,410Georgia $72,290Hawaii $71,410Virginia $65,550Michigan $65,110Nevada $65,040Colorado $63,410Vermont $63,070Texas $62,760Maine $62,390Nebraska $62,380Idaho $61,600Alabama $61,380Wisconsin $61,210Wyoming $61,150South Carolina $60,820Kentucky $60,610Iowa $60,580North Dakota $60,030Tennessee $59,980Indiana $59,700Florida $58,930Louisiana $58,770Montana $57,530Arizona $56,590Kansas $56,450West Virginia $55,630North Carolina $54,930Arkansas $52,700Missouri $50,910South Dakota $50,130Mississippi $49,790Oklahoma $48,200
Working as an Elementary School Teacher, Except Special Education in Washington
Nationally, about 1,388,000 people work as Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Washington pay ($102,350) 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 does an Elementary School Teacher, Except Special Education make in Washington?
The median Elementary School Teacher, Except Special Education salary in Washington is $102,350 per year, or about $49.21 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $64,610 at the entry level to $127,570 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education about 60% more than the national median of $63,970. Washington ranks 1st out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $102,350 a year. About 28,980 Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education 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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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.