How much does a buyer and purchasing agent make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for buyer and purchasing agents in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $50.42 an hour or $8,740 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.42
- Vs. national median
- +35%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 391
- Jobs in the area
- 14,240
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,760 | $28.73 | |
| 25th | $77,690 | $37.35 | |
| Median | $104,900 | $50.42 | |
| 75th | $135,500 | $65.15 | |
| 90th | $162,900 | $78.31 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for buyer and purchasing agents.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial Examiner | $157,600 |
| Project Management Specialist | $127,000 |
| Management Analyst | $126,800 |
| Financial Risk Specialist | $126,500 |
| Budget Analyst | $125,100 |
| Financial Specialist | $120,600 |
| Credit Analyst | $114,700 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $108,300 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $106,200 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $105,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a buyer and purchasing agent make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $50.42 ($104,900 a year).
Do buyer and purchasing agents make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $104,900 against $77,710 nationally, 35% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $124,100, so Washington pays 15% less.
Where does Washington rank for buyer and purchasing agent pay?
2 of 391 metro areas with data.
How much does a buyer and purchasing agent make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $59,760 or less a year; the top 10% make $162,900 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.