How much does a compensation make in Washington?
$91,660a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $44.07 an hour or $7,638 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.07
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among cities
- 12 of 233
- Jobs in the area
- 2,620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,560Median: $91,660Highest 10%: $139,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,560 | $29.12 | |
| 25th | $74,400 | $35.77 | |
| Median | $91,660 | $44.07 | |
| 75th | $115,000 | $55.27 | |
| 90th | $139,800 | $67.20 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for compensations.
| 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 compensation make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $44.07 ($91,660 a year).
Do compensations make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $91,660 against $78,210 nationally, 17% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $86,710, so Washington pays 6% more.
Where does Washington rank for compensation pay?
12 of 233 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $60,560 or less a year; the top 10% make $139,800 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.