How much does an educational make in Washington?
$77,420a year
Median yearly pay for educationals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $37.22 an hour or $6,452 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.22
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among cities
- 56 of 386
- Jobs in the area
- 7,260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,890Median: $77,420Highest 10%: $122,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,890 | $24.47 | |
| 25th | $62,410 | $30.00 | |
| Median | $77,420 | $37.22 | |
| 75th | $101,300 | $48.70 | |
| 90th | $122,100 | $58.72 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for educationals.
| 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 |
| Child | $75,550 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $73,610 |
| Counselor | $70,610 |
| Substance Abuse | $65,270 |
| Clergy | $61,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an educational make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $37.22 ($77,420 a year).
Do educationals make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $77,420 against $64,330 nationally, 20% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $80,470, so Washington pays 4% less.
Where does Washington rank for educational pay?
56 of 386 metro areas with data.
How much does an educational make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,890 or less a year; the top 10% make $122,100 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.