How much does a director make in Washington?
$60,650a year
Median yearly pay for directors in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $29.16 an hour or $5,054 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.16
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among cities
- 16 of 85
- Jobs in the area
- 480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,530Median: $60,650Highest 10%: $122,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,530 | $22.37 | |
| 25th | $48,270 | $23.21 | |
| Median | $60,650 | $29.16 | |
| 75th | $99,410 | $47.79 | |
| 90th | $122,500 | $58.91 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for directors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $124,600 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $95,460 |
| Social Worker | $93,220 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $80,710 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $78,210 |
| Educational | $77,420 |
| Child | $75,550 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $73,610 |
| Counselor | $70,610 |
| Substance Abuse | $65,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a director make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $29.16 ($60,650 a year).
Do directors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $60,650 against $52,100 nationally, 16% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $61,870, so Washington pays 2% less.
Where does Washington rank for director pay?
16 of 85 metro areas with data.
How much does a director make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,530 or less a year; the top 10% make $122,500 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.