How much does a production make in District of Columbia?
$72,660a year
Median yearly pay for productions in District of Columbia. That is $34.93 an hour or $6,055 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.93
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,980Median: $72,660Highest 10%: $96,730
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,980 | $23.07 | |
| 25th | $60,990 | $29.32 | |
| Median | $72,660 | $34.93 | |
| 75th | $79,090 | $38.02 | |
| 90th | $96,730 | $46.50 |
Cities in District of Columbia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $60,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for productions.
| 1. Washington | $77,190 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $72,660 |
| 3. Wyoming | $69,710 |
| 4. Rhode Island | $65,310 |
| 5. Colorado | $63,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a production make an hour in District of Columbia?
The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $34.93 ($72,660 a year).
Do productions make more in District of Columbia than the national average?
Yes: $72,660 against $59,650 nationally, 22% more.
Where does District of Columbia rank for production pay?
District of Columbia ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in District of Columbia pays productions the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $60,990 a year.
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.