How much does a costume attendant make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for costume attendants in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $24.65 an hour or $4,273 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.65
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 12 of 34
- Jobs in the area
- 80
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,280 | $22.25 | |
| 25th | $46,920 | $22.56 | |
| Median | $51,280 | $24.65 | |
| 75th | $82,750 | $39.78 | |
| 90th | $105,700 | $50.80 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for costume attendants.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Makeup Artist | $95,730 |
| Mortician | $60,440 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $53,310 |
| Animal Trainer | $50,460 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $49,300 |
| Gambling Service Worker | $48,950 |
| Barber | $48,780 |
| Residential Advisor | $47,010 |
| Skincare Specialist | $46,620 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $46,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a costume attendant make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $24.65 ($51,280 a year).
Do costume attendants make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $51,280 against $50,400 nationally, 2% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $53,290, so Washington pays 4% less.
Where does Washington rank for costume attendant pay?
12 of 34 metro areas with data.
How much does a costume attendant make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,280 or less a year; the top 10% make $105,700 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.