Salaries in Washington, DC
What 30 common jobs pay in the Washington DC metro area, highest to lowest median pay. Tap a job for the full range and how to tell if an offer is fair.
| Job | Median | Middle half |
|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $123,720 – $176,230 |
| Pharmacist | $150,540 | $135,310 – $164,720 |
| Information Security Analyst | $148,950 | $122,590 – $173,850 |
| Web Developer | $134,350 | $106,220 – $165,690 |
| Project Manager | $127,030 | $95,150 – $163,550 |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $103,340 – $125,560 |
| Financial Analyst | $108,330 | $86,470 – $142,350 |
| Physical Therapist | $102,980 | $94,680 – $127,020 |
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | $84,610 – $119,620 |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $79,990 – $133,430 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $100,830 | $76,070 – $131,510 |
| Marketing Specialist | $87,160 | $65,730 – $123,760 |
| Graphic Designer | $85,420 | $66,620 – $107,590 |
| Paralegal | $81,590 | $64,180 – $106,990 |
| High School Teacher | $80,300 | $65,050 – $102,320 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $64,140 – $102,750 |
| IT Support Specialist | $77,860 | $61,470 – $97,070 |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $59,080 – $103,270 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,860 | $65,700 – $80,830 |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $57,670 – $89,240 |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $55,780 – $94,050 |
| Truck Driver | $59,820 | $50,320 – $71,490 |
| Bookkeeper | $59,290 | $49,210 – $66,580 |
| Administrative Assistant | $53,660 | $44,750 – $64,090 |
| Pharmacy Technician | $46,660 | $39,830 – $57,800 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,640 | $43,480 – $51,210 |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,220 | $38,270 – $58,160 |
| Nursing Assistant (CNA) | $45,730 | $39,020 – $48,980 |
| Warehouse Worker | $42,590 | $37,490 – $47,430 |
| Receptionist | $41,240 | $36,410 – $46,560 |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Washington DC metro. Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.