How much does a dermatologist make in Washington?
$330,000a year
Median yearly pay for dermatologists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $158.65 an hour or $27,500 a month.
- Hourly
- $158.65
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 14 of 31
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $127,300Median: $330,000Highest 10%: $661,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $127,300 | $61.18 | |
| 25th | $167,000 | $80.27 | |
| Median | $330,000 | $158.65 | |
| 75th | $468,700 | $225.31 | |
| 90th | $661,500 | $318.05 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for dermatologists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Anesthesiologist | $397,200 |
| Cardiologist | $253,600 |
| Orthodontist | $248,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $247,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
| Ophthalmologist | $226,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dermatologist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $158.65 ($330,000 a year).
Do dermatologists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $330,000 against $328,700 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for dermatologist pay?
14 of 31 metro areas with data.
How much does a dermatologist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $127,300 or less a year; the top 10% make $661,500 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.