English Language and Literature Teachers Salary in Washington
Also called: English Teachers, Postsecondary
English Language and Literature Teachers in Washington earn a median of $79,840 a year, +1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $79,840
- vs. U.S. median
- +1% ($78,760)
- Rank among states
- 18 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,000
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $56,220; the top 10% earn over $102,360. Nationally the range is $48,270 to $137,250.
States ranked near Washington
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- Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary$81,240 median in Washington
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- Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary$83,140 median in Washington
- History Teachers, Postsecondary$83,250 median in Washington
- Education Teachers, Postsecondary$75,170 median in Washington
English Language and Literature Teachers pay in Washington
How much do english language and literature teachers make in Washington?
The median is $79,840 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $56,220 and the top 10% earn over $102,360. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for english language and literature teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 18 of 49 (+1% vs. the national median of $78,760). Living costs are not included.