How much does a psychiatrist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for psychiatrists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $118.75 an hour or $20,580 a month.
- Hourly
- $118.75
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among cities
- 69 of 103
- Jobs in the area
- 550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,150 | $21.71 | |
| 25th | $136,500 | $65.62 | |
| Median | $247,000 | $118.75 | |
| 75th | $306,600 | $147.40 | |
| 90th | $377,100 | $181.28 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for psychiatrists.
| 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 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
| Ophthalmologist | $226,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatrist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $118.75 ($247,000 a year).
Do psychiatrists make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $247,000 against $281,900 nationally, 12% less.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $183,100, so Washington pays 35% more.
Where does Washington rank for psychiatrist pay?
69 of 103 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatrist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,150 or less a year; the top 10% make $377,100 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.