How much does a shampooer make in Washington?
$36,410a year
Median yearly pay for shampooers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $17.50 an hour or $3,034 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.50
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 16
- Jobs in the area
- 580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,680Median: $36,410Highest 10%: $39,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,680 | $13.79 | |
| 25th | $30,760 | $14.79 | |
| Median | $36,410 | $17.50 | |
| 75th | $39,020 | $18.76 | |
| 90th | $39,550 | $19.01 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for shampooers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Makeup Artist | $95,730 |
| Mortician | $60,440 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $53,310 |
| Costume Attendant | $51,280 |
| Animal Trainer | $50,460 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $49,300 |
| Gambling Service Worker | $48,950 |
| Barber | $48,780 |
| Residential Advisor | $47,010 |
| Skincare Specialist | $46,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a shampooer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $17.50 ($36,410 a year).
Do shampooers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $36,410 against $32,600 nationally, 12% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $38,870, so Washington pays 6% less.
Where does Washington rank for shampooer pay?
2 of 16 metro areas with data.
How much does a shampooer make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $28,680 or less a year; the top 10% make $39,550 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.