How much does a lifeguard make in Washington?
$34,710a year
Median yearly pay for lifeguards in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $16.69 an hour or $2,893 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.69
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 65 of 263
- Jobs in the area
- 4,600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,120Median: $34,710Highest 10%: $44,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,120 | $14.00 | |
| 25th | $31,380 | $15.09 | |
| Median | $34,710 | $16.69 | |
| 75th | $37,160 | $17.87 | |
| 90th | $44,000 | $21.15 |
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How much does a lifeguard make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $16.69 ($34,710 a year).
Do lifeguards make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $34,710 against $33,580 nationally, 3% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $60,400, so Washington pays 43% less.
Where does Washington rank for lifeguard pay?
65 of 263 metro areas with data.
How much does a lifeguard make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $29,120 or less a year; the top 10% make $44,000 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.