How much does an exercise physiologist make in Washington?
$63,480a year
Median yearly pay for exercise physiologists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $30.52 an hour or $5,290 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.52
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 54
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,650Median: $63,480Highest 10%: $87,020
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,650 | $23.39 | |
| 25th | $54,590 | $26.25 | |
| Median | $63,480 | $30.52 | |
| 75th | $70,740 | $34.01 | |
| 90th | $87,020 | $41.84 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for exercise physiologists.
| 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 an exercise physiologist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $30.52 ($63,480 a year).
Do exercise physiologists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $63,480 against $59,460 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Washington rank for exercise physiologist pay?
15 of 54 metro areas with data.
How much does an exercise physiologist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,650 or less a year; the top 10% make $87,020 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.