Psychology Teachers Salary in District of Columbia
Psychology Teachers in District of Columbia earn a median of $101,250 a year, +26% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $101,250
- vs. U.S. median
- +26% ($80,340)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 340
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,560; the top 10% earn over $159,910. Nationally the range is $49,050 to $153,600.
States ranked near District of Columbia
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- Education Teachers, Postsecondary$80,810 median in District of Columbia
- Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary$107,770 median in District of Columbia
- Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary$103,160 median in District of Columbia
- Special Education Teachers, Secondary School$99,670 median in District of Columbia
- Clinical and Counseling Psychologists$107,000 median in District of Columbia
Psychology Teachers pay in District of Columbia
How much do psychology teachers make in District of Columbia?
The median is $101,250 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,560 and the top 10% earn over $159,910. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for psychology teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 50 (+26% vs. the national median of $80,340). Living costs are not included.