How much does an orderly make in Washington?
$39,160a year
Median yearly pay for orderlys in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $18.83 an hour or $3,263 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.83
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 39 of 122
- Jobs in the area
- 720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,000Median: $39,160Highest 10%: $55,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,000 | $16.83 | |
| 25th | $36,670 | $17.63 | |
| Median | $39,160 | $18.83 | |
| 75th | $42,690 | $20.52 | |
| 90th | $55,200 | $26.54 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for orderlys.
| 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 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $55,770 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an orderly make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $18.83 ($39,160 a year).
Do orderlys make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $39,160 against $38,290 nationally, 2% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $39,250, so Washington pays 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for orderly pay?
39 of 122 metro areas with data.
How much does an orderly make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,000 or less a year; the top 10% make $55,200 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.