How much does an epidemiologist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for epidemiologists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $54.22 an hour or $9,398 a month.
- Hourly
- $54.22
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among cities
- 5 of 57
- Jobs in the area
- 380
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,900 | $39.38 | |
| 25th | $81,910 | $39.38 | |
| Median | $112,800 | $54.22 | |
| 75th | $132,600 | $63.76 | |
| 90th | $132,600 | $63.76 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for epidemiologists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physicist | $171,600 |
| Physical Scientist | $171,000 |
| Astronomer | $156,800 |
| Economist | $156,800 |
| Political Scientist | $156,700 |
| Hydrologist | $152,700 |
| Chemist | $144,700 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $138,300 |
| Geoscientist | $132,600 |
| Psychologist | $129,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an epidemiologist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $54.22 ($112,800 a year).
Do epidemiologists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $112,800 against $87,220 nationally, 29% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $112,400, so Washington pays 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for epidemiologist pay?
5 of 57 metro areas with data.
How much does an epidemiologist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $81,900 or less a year; the top 10% make $132,600 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.