How much does an accountant and auditor make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for accountant and auditors in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $49.11 an hour or $8,512 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.11
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 393
- Jobs in the area
- 41,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $67,530 | $32.47 | |
| 25th | $79,990 | $38.46 | |
| Median | $102,100 | $49.11 | |
| 75th | $133,400 | $64.15 | |
| 90th | $171,000 | $82.20 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for accountant and auditors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial Examiner | $157,600 |
| Project Management Specialist | $127,000 |
| Management Analyst | $126,800 |
| Financial Risk Specialist | $126,500 |
| Budget Analyst | $125,100 |
| Financial Specialist | $120,600 |
| Credit Analyst | $114,700 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $108,300 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $106,200 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $105,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an accountant and auditor make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $49.11 ($102,100 a year).
Do accountant and auditors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $102,100 against $83,680 nationally, 22% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $111,500, so Washington pays 8% less.
Where does Washington rank for accountant and auditor pay?
4 of 393 metro areas with data.
How much does an accountant and auditor make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $67,530 or less a year; the top 10% make $171,000 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.