How much does an arbitrator make in Washington?
$109,900a year
Median yearly pay for arbitrators in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $52.85 an hour or $9,160 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.85
- Vs. national median
- +46%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 33
- Jobs in the area
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,410Median: $109,900Highest 10%: $171,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,410 | $30.49 | |
| 25th | $86,440 | $41.56 | |
| Median | $109,900 | $52.85 | |
| 75th | $129,900 | $62.43 | |
| 90th | $171,000 | $82.21 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for arbitrators.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Lawyer | $195,200 |
| Legal Support Worker | $169,700 |
| Administrative Law Judge | $152,000 |
| Judge | $104,000 |
| Paralegal and Legal Assistant | $81,590 |
| Judicial Law Clerk | $70,110 |
| Title Examiner | $60,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an arbitrator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $52.85 ($109,900 a year).
Do arbitrators make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $109,900 against $75,530 nationally, 46% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $110,300, so Washington pays 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for arbitrator pay?
3 of 33 metro areas with data.
How much does an arbitrator make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $63,410 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.