How much does a postmaster and mail superintendent make in Washington?
$97,240a year
Median yearly pay for postmaster and mail superintendents in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $46.75 an hour or $8,103 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.75
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 44 of 58
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $85,050Median: $97,240Highest 10%: $118,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $85,050 | $40.89 | |
| 25th | $90,650 | $43.58 | |
| Median | $97,240 | $46.75 | |
| 75th | $105,900 | $50.90 | |
| 90th | $118,800 | $57.12 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for postmaster and mail superintendents.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Public Relations Manager | $195,200 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $195,200 |
| Financial Manager | $185,300 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $185,200 |
| Marketing Manager | $181,300 |
| Human Resources Manager | $178,000 |
| Sales Manager | $175,800 |
| Purchasing Manager | $172,200 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $172,000 |
| Manager | $171,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a postmaster and mail superintendent make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $46.75 ($97,240 a year).
Do postmaster and mail superintendents make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $97,240 against $96,660 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Washington rank for postmaster and mail superintendent pay?
44 of 58 metro areas with data.
How much does a postmaster and mail superintendent make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $85,050 or less a year; the top 10% make $118,800 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.