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Elementary school teacher salary in Washington, DC (Updated 2026)

How much does an Elementary School Teacher make in Washington, DC?

Average base salary

$70,866
20%
above national average
Average $70,866
Low $45,602
High $110,127

The average salary for a elementary school teacher is $70,866 per year in Washington, DC. 228 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 4, 2026).

Elementary School Teacher job openings in Washington, DC

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DC - School Teacher - Elementa...
The Children's Guild3.3out of 5 stars.
Washington, DC
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Elementary School Teacher in Washington, DC

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Softek
 
$130,000per year
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VineyardAppCamp
 
$119,127per year
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BCF
 
$118,560per year
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Metropolitan Washington Airpor...
 
$106,968per year
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Computrols
 
$100,880per year
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BrainTrust Tutors
 
$100,691per year
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Highest paying cities for Elementary School Teachers near Washington, DC

  1. Boulder, CO
    $118,236 per year
  2. Fairfax, VA
    $95,779 per year
  3. Portland, OR
    $76,666 per year
  4. Washington, DC
    $70,866 per year
  5. Denver, CO
    $64,585 per year

Where can an Elementary School Teacher earn more?

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