How much does a calibration technologist and technician make in Washington?
$71,570a year
Median yearly pay for calibration technologist and technicians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $34.41 an hour or $5,964 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.41
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 23 of 74
- Jobs in the area
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,390Median: $71,570Highest 10%: $140,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,390 | $22.30 | |
| 25th | $60,590 | $29.13 | |
| Median | $71,570 | $34.41 | |
| 75th | $110,600 | $53.18 | |
| 90th | $140,300 | $67.47 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for calibration technologist and technicians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Nuclear Engineer | $180,400 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $166,400 |
| Marine Engineer and Naval Architect | $159,700 |
| Computer Hardware Engineer | $159,500 |
| Engineer | $151,300 |
| Materials Engineer | $140,600 |
| Electronics Engineer | $140,000 |
| Chemical Engineer | $132,800 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $127,000 |
| Electrical Engineer | $126,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a calibration technologist and technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $34.41 ($71,570 a year).
Do calibration technologist and technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $71,570 against $67,820 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Washington rank for calibration technologist and technician pay?
23 of 74 metro areas with data.
How much does a calibration technologist and technician make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,390 or less a year; the top 10% make $140,300 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.