How much does a compliance officer make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for compliance officers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $48.17 an hour or $8,350 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.17
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among cities
- 10 of 391
- Jobs in the area
- 13,820
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,710 | $29.19 | |
| 25th | $77,470 | $37.25 | |
| Median | $100,200 | $48.17 | |
| 75th | $128,000 | $61.53 | |
| 90th | $148,700 | $71.49 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for compliance officers.
| 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 compliance officer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $48.17 ($100,200 a year).
Do compliance officers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $100,200 against $80,730 nationally, 24% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $111,000, so Washington pays 10% less.
Where does Washington rank for compliance officer pay?
10 of 391 metro areas with data.
How much does a compliance officer make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $60,710 or less a year; the top 10% make $148,700 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.