How much does a curator make in District of Columbia?
$93,310a year
Median yearly pay for curators in District of Columbia. That is $44.86 an hour or $7,776 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.86
- Vs. national median
- +47%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,530Median: $93,310Highest 10%: $161,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,530 | $30.06 | |
| 25th | $74,030 | $35.59 | |
| Median | $93,310 | $44.86 | |
| 75th | $111,500 | $53.62 | |
| 90th | $161,400 | $77.59 |
Cities in District of Columbia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $87,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for curators.
| 1. District of Columbia | $93,310 |
| 2. New Hampshire | $82,490 |
| 3. New York | $79,120 |
| 4. California | $78,740 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a curator make an hour in District of Columbia?
The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $44.86 ($93,310 a year).
Do curators make more in District of Columbia than the national average?
Yes: $93,310 against $63,420 nationally, 47% more.
Where does District of Columbia rank for curator pay?
District of Columbia ranks 1 of 49 states.
Which city in District of Columbia pays curators the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $87,400 a year.
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.