How much does a marriage and family therapist make in Washington?
$95,460a year
Median yearly pay for marriage and family therapists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $45.89 an hour or $7,955 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.89
- Vs. national median
- +43%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 131
- Jobs in the area
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,950Median: $95,460Highest 10%: $122,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,950 | $28.34 | |
| 25th | $67,250 | $32.33 | |
| Median | $95,460 | $45.89 | |
| 75th | $103,300 | $49.68 | |
| 90th | $122,800 | $59.03 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for marriage and family therapists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $124,600 |
| Social Worker | $93,220 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $80,710 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $78,210 |
| Educational | $77,420 |
| Child | $75,550 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $73,610 |
| Counselor | $70,610 |
| Substance Abuse | $65,270 |
| Clergy | $61,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a marriage and family therapist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $45.89 ($95,460 a year).
Do marriage and family therapists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $95,460 against $66,940 nationally, 43% more.
Where does Washington rank for marriage and family therapist pay?
7 of 131 metro areas with data.
How much does a marriage and family therapist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $58,950 or less a year; the top 10% make $122,800 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.