How much does a financial specialist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for financial specialists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $57.97 an hour or $10,050 a month.
- Hourly
- $57.97
- Vs. national median
- +49%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 255
- Jobs in the area
- 5,820
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,300 | $30.43 | |
| 25th | $87,210 | $41.93 | |
| Median | $120,600 | $57.97 | |
| 75th | $144,700 | $69.56 | |
| 90th | $185,200 | $89.05 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for financial specialists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial Examiner | $157,600 |
| Project Management Specialist | $127,000 |
| Management Analyst | $126,800 |
| Financial Risk Specialist | $126,500 |
| Budget Analyst | $125,100 |
| Credit Analyst | $114,700 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $108,300 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $106,200 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $105,200 |
| Buyer and Purchasing Agent | $104,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a financial specialist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $57.97 ($120,600 a year).
Do financial specialists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $120,600 against $81,100 nationally, 49% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $125,100, so Washington pays 4% less.
Where does Washington rank for financial specialist pay?
2 of 255 metro areas with data.
How much does a financial specialist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $63,300 or less a year; the top 10% make $185,200 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.