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Middle School Teachers salary in District of Columbia

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Median, range, employment, and 10-year outlook from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, with skills and task data from O*NET. Cost-of-living adjustment from BEA Regional Price Parities.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated June 12, 2026
Last refreshed: Jun 12, 2026

Middle School Teachers in District of Columbia. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →

Median annual$79,900
Mean annual$84,060
Range (10th to 90th)$59,860 to $108,730
District of Columbia employment1,540
State vs national+12.3% vs national

Salary distribution

Where District of Columbia middle school teachers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$59,86025TH$78,130MEDIAN$79,90075TH$96,83090TH$108,730

The middle 50% of workers earn between $78,130 and $96,830, with a median of $79,900.

Real disclosed salaries

Middle School Teachers in District of Columbia: actual employer-disclosed pay

Public records from 9 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $63,113. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.

By DOL wage level

DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.

LevelFilingsMedian offer
Level II — qualified5$63,113
Level IV — fully competent1$97,187

Top employers filing for this role

Companies with the most certified filings for Middle School Teachers in District of Columbia. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.

EmployerMost-filed titleFilingsMedian
District of Columbia International SchoolSpanish Language Arts Teacher4$63,113
Washington International SchoolMiddle School Mathematics Teacher2$58,750
Corporation of the Washington Latin School - A Public Charter School, TheMath Teacher1$61,681
Friendship Public Charter SchoolMiddle School Math Teacher1$114,632
FRIENDSHIP PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLMIDDLE SCHOOL MATH TEACHER1$97,187

Recent sample filings

A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.

  • Spanish Individuals & Society (Social Studies) Teacher at District of Columbia International School
    $63,113
    WashingtonDecided Mar 24, 2026I-200-26076-708314
  • MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH TEACHER at FRIENDSHIP PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL
    $97,187
    WashingtonWage Level IVDecided Mar 2, 2026I-200-26054-657229
  • Math Teacher at Corporation of the Washington Latin School - A Public Charter School, The
    $61,681
    WashingtonWage Level IIDecided Jan 16, 2026I-200-26009-547333
  • Middle School Mathematics Teacher at Washington International School
    $58,750
    WashingtonDecided May 14, 2025I-200-25127-947444
  • Middle School Science Teacher at Washington International School
    $58,750
    WashingtonDecided Apr 16, 2025I-200-25099-848606
  • Chinese Language Arts Teacher at District of Columbia International School
    $63,113
    WashingtonWage Level IIDecided Mar 18, 2025I-200-25070-764661
  • Spanish Language Arts Teacher at District of Columbia International School
    $63,113
    WashingtonWage Level IIDecided Mar 17, 2025I-200-25069-761043
  • Middle School Math Teacher at Friendship Public Charter School
    $114,632
    WashingtonWage Level IIDecided Jan 23, 2025I-200-25015-619445

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.

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By seniority

Middle School Teachers pay by experience level in District of Columbia

Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.

Wage trend

Median annual wage in District of Columbia over the past 3 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2025 dollars.

Median annual wage, District of Columbia2023 to 2025
$78,6602023$78,0902024$79,9002025

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    Internship/residency

Top skills (O*NET)

  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.6 / 5
  • Education and Training

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5
  • Instructing

    Technical

    4.1 / 5
  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.1 / 5
  • Learning Strategies

    Cross-functional

    4.0 / 5
  • Writing

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.

  2. 02

    Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.

  3. 03

    Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.

  4. 04

    Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.

  5. 05

    Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.

  6. 06

    Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.

  7. 07

    Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.

  8. 08

    Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.

10-year outlook

Growth 2024 → 2034

-2.0%

Projected annual openings

BLS outlook

Declining

Source: BLS Employment Projections, 20242034 cycle.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Middle School Teachers in District of Columbia?
According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Middle School Teachers in District of Columbia is $79,900.
How does District of Columbia compare to the national median for Middle School Teachers?
The District of Columbia median is +12.3% versus the BLS national figure of $71,125.
What is the salary range for Middle School Teachers in District of Columbia?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $59,860 and the 90th-percentile at $108,730, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
Is Middle School Teachers a growing field?
BLS Employment Projections show employment declining by -2.0% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
What education is required for Middle School Teachers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.