How much does an atmospheric make in Washington?
$108,200a year
Median yearly pay for atmospherics in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $52.03 an hour or $9,018 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.03
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 19 of 42
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,390Median: $108,200Highest 10%: $201,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,390 | $30.96 | |
| 25th | $77,510 | $37.26 | |
| Median | $108,200 | $52.03 | |
| 75th | $133,700 | $64.28 | |
| 90th | $201,400 | $96.83 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for atmospherics.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economics Teacher | $155,100 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $135,700 |
| Law Teacher | $134,100 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teacher | $129,900 |
| Business Teacher | $128,400 |
| Engineering Teacher | $126,200 |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teacher | $106,000 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $105,200 |
| Environmental Science Teacher | $104,800 |
| Political Science Teacher | $102,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an atmospheric make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $52.03 ($108,200 a year).
Do atmospherics make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $108,200 against $103,200 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Washington rank for atmospheric pay?
19 of 42 metro areas with data.
How much does an atmospheric make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $64,390 or less a year; the top 10% make $201,400 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.