How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $50.62 an hour or $8,774 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.62
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 50 of 279
- Jobs in the area
- 1,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $87,820 | $42.22 | |
| 25th | $96,940 | $46.61 | |
| Median | $105,300 | $50.62 | |
| 75th | $118,500 | $56.99 | |
| 90th | $131,500 | $63.22 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for diagnostic medical sonographers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Anesthesiologist | $397,200 |
| Dermatologist | $330,000 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $50.62 ($105,300 a year).
Do diagnostic medical sonographers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $105,300 against $96,590 nationally, 9% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $112,000, so Washington pays 6% less.
Where does Washington rank for diagnostic medical sonographer pay?
50 of 279 metro areas with data.
How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $87,820 or less a year; the top 10% make $131,500 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.