How much does an entertainment and recreation manager make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for entertainment and recreation managers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $45.30 an hour or $7,852 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.30
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 22 of 159
- Jobs in the area
- 550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,750 | $26.80 | |
| 25th | $69,370 | $33.35 | |
| Median | $94,220 | $45.30 | |
| 75th | $113,900 | $54.77 | |
| 90th | $158,500 | $76.19 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for entertainment and recreation managers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Public Relations Manager | $195,200 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $195,200 |
| Financial Manager | $185,300 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $185,200 |
| Marketing Manager | $181,300 |
| Human Resources Manager | $178,000 |
| Sales Manager | $175,800 |
| Purchasing Manager | $172,200 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $172,000 |
| Manager | $171,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an entertainment and recreation manager make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $45.30 ($94,220 a year).
Do entertainment and recreation managers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $94,220 against $79,520 nationally, 18% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $113,900, so Washington pays 17% less.
Where does Washington rank for entertainment and recreation manager pay?
22 of 159 metro areas with data.
How much does an entertainment and recreation manager make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $55,750 or less a year; the top 10% make $158,500 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.