How much does a nurse midwive make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for nurse midwives in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $71.72 an hour or $12,430 a month.
- Hourly
- $71.72
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among cities
- 11 of 41
- Jobs in the area
- 310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $101,500 | $48.77 | |
| 25th | $126,100 | $60.61 | |
| Median | $149,200 | $71.72 | |
| 75th | $164,500 | $79.06 | |
| 90th | $166,500 | $80.04 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for nurse midwives.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Anesthesiologist | $397,200 |
| Dermatologist | $330,000 |
| Cardiologist | $253,600 |
| Orthodontist | $248,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $247,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nurse midwive make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $71.72 ($149,200 a year).
Do nurse midwives make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $149,200 against $134,000 nationally, 11% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $101,500, so Washington pays 47% more.
Where does Washington rank for nurse midwive pay?
11 of 41 metro areas with data.
How much does a nurse midwive make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $101,500 or less a year; the top 10% make $166,500 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.