Physics Teachers Salary in District of Columbia
Physics Teachers in District of Columbia earn a median of $85,190 a year, −15% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $85,190
- vs. U.S. median
- −15% ($100,310)
- Rank among states
- 39 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $63,260; the top 10% earn over $130,370. Nationally the range is $60,200 to $177,850.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary$103,370 median in District of Columbia
- Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary$99,300 median in District of Columbia
- Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary$81,880 median in District of Columbia
- Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary$101,970 median in District of Columbia
- Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary$96,830 median in District of Columbia
- Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary$101,380 median in District of Columbia
Physics Teachers pay in District of Columbia
How much do physics teachers make in District of Columbia?
The median is $85,190 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $63,260 and the top 10% earn over $130,370. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for physics teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 39 of 47 (−15% vs. the national median of $100,310). Living costs are not included.