Self-Enrichment Teacher Salary in Washington (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Self-Enrichment Teachers in Washington, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Washington Median
$48,020
per year
Hourly Rate
$23.09
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+3% vs US median
US median $46,800
State Rank
#15 of 51
12,890 employed here

How much does a Self-Enrichment Teacher make in Washington?

A Self-Enrichment Teacher working in Washington earns a median salary of $48,020 per year, or about $23.09 per hour. That is 3% above the national median of $46,800 for this occupation.

Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $36,360 while the top 10% make $80,410 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $40,280 and $62,760 a year.

Self-Enrichment Teacher salary range in Washington

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$36,360$17.48
25th percentile (early career)$40,280$19.37
50th percentile (median)$48,020$23.09
75th percentile (experienced)$62,760$30.17
90th percentile (top earners)$80,410$38.66

How Washington compares

Washington ranks 15th out of 51 states and territories for Self-Enrichment Teacher pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$66,430
2New Hampshire$59,880
3New York$57,790
4Connecticut$55,240
5Oregon$53,790

Working as a Self-Enrichment Teacher in Washington

Nationally, about 332,000 people work as Self-Enrichment Teachers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Washington pay ($48,020) 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 a Self-Enrichment Teacher make in Washington?
The median Self-Enrichment Teacher salary in Washington is $48,020 per year, or about $23.09 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $36,360 at the entry level to $80,410 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Self-Enrichment Teachers about 3% more than the national median of $46,800. Washington ranks 15th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Self-Enrichment Teachers?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $48,020 a year. About 12,890 Self-Enrichment Teachers 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.