How much does a healthcare support worker make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for healthcare support workers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $26.81 an hour or $4,648 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.81
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 282
- Jobs in the area
- 1,650
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,440 | $18.00 | |
| 25th | $46,140 | $22.18 | |
| Median | $55,770 | $26.81 | |
| 75th | $68,600 | $32.98 | |
| 90th | $97,640 | $46.94 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for healthcare support workers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $88,250 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $78,790 |
| Massage Therapist | $65,220 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $50,600 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,030 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,540 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,640 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $45,840 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $45,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a healthcare support worker make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $26.81 ($55,770 a year).
Do healthcare support workers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $55,770 against $48,430 nationally, 15% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $73,590, so Washington pays 24% less.
Where does Washington rank for healthcare support worker pay?
33 of 282 metro areas with data.
How much does a healthcare support worker make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,440 or less a year; the top 10% make $97,640 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.