How much does an acupuncturist make in Washington?
$100,900a year
Median yearly pay for acupuncturists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $48.52 an hour or $8,410 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.52
- Vs. national median
- +33%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 25
- Jobs in the area
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,410Median: $100,900Highest 10%: $115,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,410 | $17.02 | |
| 25th | $54,970 | $26.43 | |
| Median | $100,900 | $48.52 | |
| 75th | $115,500 | $55.53 | |
| 90th | $115,500 | $55.53 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for acupuncturists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Anesthesiologist | $397,200 |
| Dermatologist | $330,000 |
| Cardiologist | $253,600 |
| Orthodontist | $248,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $247,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an acupuncturist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $48.52 ($100,900 a year).
Do acupuncturists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $100,900 against $76,040 nationally, 33% more.
Where does Washington rank for acupuncturist pay?
4 of 25 metro areas with data.
How much does an acupuncturist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,410 or less a year; the top 10% make $115,500 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.