How much does a radiation therapist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for radiation therapists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $52.14 an hour or $9,038 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.14
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 19 of 75
- Jobs in the area
- 270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $93,210 | $44.81 | |
| 25th | $100,300 | $48.20 | |
| Median | $108,500 | $52.14 | |
| 75th | $132,300 | $63.61 | |
| 90th | $155,300 | $74.67 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for radiation therapists.
| 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 radiation therapist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $52.14 ($108,500 a year).
Do radiation therapists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $108,500 against $105,300 nationally, 3% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $100,300, so Washington pays 8% more.
Where does Washington rank for radiation therapist pay?
19 of 75 metro areas with data.
How much does a radiation therapist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $93,210 or less a year; the top 10% make $155,300 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.