How much does an audio and video technician make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for audio and video technicians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $35.76 an hour or $6,198 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.76
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among cities
- 6 of 188
- Jobs in the area
- 2,210
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,950 | $22.09 | |
| 25th | $58,320 | $28.04 | |
| Median | $74,380 | $35.76 | |
| 75th | $98,800 | $47.50 | |
| 90th | $120,700 | $58.02 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for audio and video technicians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Musician and Singer | $133,600 |
| Artist and Related Worker | $125,100 |
| Media and Communication Equipment Worker | $121,700 |
| Writer and Author | $108,500 |
| Art Director | $106,000 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $101,700 |
| News Analyst | $101,000 |
| Producer and Director | $100,300 |
| Technical Writer | $99,910 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $94,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an audio and video technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $35.76 ($74,380 a year).
Do audio and video technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $74,380 against $58,100 nationally, 28% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $78,770, so Washington pays 6% less.
Where does Washington rank for audio and video technician pay?
6 of 188 metro areas with data.
How much does an audio and video technician make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,950 or less a year; the top 10% make $120,700 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.