How much does a mathematician make in Washington?
$164,500a year
Median yearly pay for mathematicians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $79.07 an hour or $13,710 a month.
- Hourly
- $79.07
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 8
- Jobs in the area
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $74,980Median: $164,500Highest 10%: $207,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,980 | $36.05 | |
| 25th | $122,900 | $59.10 | |
| Median | $164,500 | $79.07 | |
| 75th | $195,200 | $93.84 | |
| 90th | $207,500 | $99.75 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for mathematicians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Database Architect | $162,900 |
| Computer and Information Research Scientist | $161,100 |
| Computer Network Architect | $159,800 |
| Computer Occupation | $156,600 |
| Software Developer | $154,900 |
| Information Security Analyst | $149,000 |
| Actuary | $144,700 |
| Statistician | $136,700 |
| Web Developer | $134,400 |
| Data Scientist | $132,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mathematician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $79.07 ($164,500 a year).
Do mathematicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $164,500 against $126,700 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Washington rank for mathematician pay?
2 of 8 metro areas with data.
How much does a mathematician make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $74,980 or less a year; the top 10% make $207,500 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.