How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for atmospheric and space scientists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $56.54 an hour or $9,800 a month.
- Hourly
- $56.54
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 54
- Jobs in the area
- 700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $80,710 | $38.80 | |
| 25th | $87,400 | $42.02 | |
| Median | $117,600 | $56.54 | |
| 75th | $156,800 | $75.36 | |
| 90th | $182,700 | $87.82 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for atmospheric and space scientists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physicist | $171,600 |
| Physical Scientist | $171,000 |
| Astronomer | $156,800 |
| Economist | $156,800 |
| Political Scientist | $156,700 |
| Hydrologist | $152,700 |
| Chemist | $144,700 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $138,300 |
| Geoscientist | $132,600 |
| Psychologist | $129,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $56.54 ($117,600 a year).
Do atmospheric and space scientists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $117,600 against $99,070 nationally, 19% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $103,900, so Washington pays 13% more.
Where does Washington rank for atmospheric and space scientist pay?
15 of 54 metro areas with data.
How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $80,710 or less a year; the top 10% make $182,700 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.