How much does a construction manager make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for construction managers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $62.33 an hour or $10,800 a month.
- Hourly
- $62.33
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 37 of 382
- Jobs in the area
- 6,630
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $86,530 | $41.60 | |
| 25th | $104,000 | $50.00 | |
| Median | $129,700 | $62.33 | |
| 75th | $162,400 | $78.08 | |
| 90th | $207,200 | $99.60 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for construction managers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Public Relations Manager | $195,200 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $195,200 |
| Financial Manager | $185,300 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $185,200 |
| Marketing Manager | $181,300 |
| Human Resources Manager | $178,000 |
| Sales Manager | $175,800 |
| Purchasing Manager | $172,200 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $172,000 |
| Manager | $171,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction manager make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $62.33 ($129,700 a year).
Do construction managers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $129,700 against $115,000 nationally, 13% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $126,400, so Washington pays 3% more.
Where does Washington rank for construction manager pay?
37 of 382 metro areas with data.
How much does a construction manager make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $86,530 or less a year; the top 10% make $207,200 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.