Sociology Teachers Salary in Washington
Sociology Teachers in Washington earn a median of $83,140 a year, −1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $83,140
- vs. U.S. median
- −1% ($84,290)
- Rank among states
- 20 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,610; the top 10% earn over $119,310. Nationally the range is $49,930 to $160,140.
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- Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary$86,160 median in Washington
Sociology Teachers pay in Washington
How much do sociology teachers make in Washington?
The median is $83,140 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,610 and the top 10% earn over $119,310. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for sociology teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 20 of 46 (−1% vs. the national median of $84,290). Living costs are not included.