Physics Teachers Salary in Washington
Physics Teachers in Washington earn a median of $96,930 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $96,930
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($100,310)
- Rank among states
- 30 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 310
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,580; the top 10% earn over $166,100. Nationally the range is $60,200 to $177,850.
States ranked near Washington
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- Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary$85,970 median in Washington
- Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary$103,070 median in Washington
- Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary$101,430 median in Washington
- Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary$85,560 median in Washington
- Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary$119,960 median in Washington
- Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary$97,280 median in Washington
Physics Teachers pay in Washington
How much do physics teachers make in Washington?
The median is $96,930 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,580 and the top 10% earn over $166,100. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for physics teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 30 of 47 (−3% vs. the national median of $100,310). Living costs are not included.