How much does a sound engineering technician make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for sound engineering technicians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $38.46 an hour or $6,666 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.46
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 6 of 42
- Jobs in the area
- 240
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,490 | $23.79 | |
| 25th | $71,030 | $34.15 | |
| Median | $79,990 | $38.46 | |
| 75th | $106,600 | $51.26 | |
| 90th | $127,200 | $61.14 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for sound engineering technicians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Musician and Singer | $133,600 |
| Artist and Related Worker | $125,100 |
| Media and Communication Equipment Worker | $121,700 |
| Writer and Author | $108,500 |
| Art Director | $106,000 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $101,700 |
| News Analyst | $101,000 |
| Producer and Director | $100,300 |
| Technical Writer | $99,910 |
| Interpreter and Translator | $94,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sound engineering technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $38.46 ($79,990 a year).
Do sound engineering technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $79,990 against $73,130 nationally, 9% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $106,600, so Washington pays 25% less.
Where does Washington rank for sound engineering technician pay?
6 of 42 metro areas with data.
How much does a sound engineering technician make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,490 or less a year; the top 10% make $127,200 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.