How much does a broadcast technician make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for broadcast technicians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $36.06 an hour or $6,251 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.06
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among cities
- 10 of 96
- Jobs in the area
- 710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,520 | $20.44 | |
| 25th | $61,990 | $29.80 | |
| Median | $75,010 | $36.06 | |
| 75th | $108,300 | $52.05 | |
| 90th | $130,600 | $62.78 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for broadcast 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 a broadcast technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $36.06 ($75,010 a year).
Do broadcast technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $75,010 against $59,570 nationally, 26% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $108,300, so Washington pays 31% less.
Where does Washington rank for broadcast technician pay?
10 of 96 metro areas with data.
How much does a broadcast technician make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,520 or less a year; the top 10% make $130,600 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.