How much does a survey researcher make in District of Columbia?
$102,400a year
Median yearly pay for survey researchers in District of Columbia. That is $49.23 an hour or $8,533 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.23
- Vs. national median
- +47%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $79,040Median: $102,400Highest 10%: $217,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $79,040 | $38.00 | |
| 25th | $81,770 | $39.31 | |
| Median | $102,400 | $49.23 | |
| 75th | $137,000 | $65.88 | |
| 90th | $217,100 | $104.37 |
Cities in District of Columbia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $97,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for survey researchers.
| 1. Minnesota | $104,200 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $102,400 |
| 3. Michigan | $101,600 |
| 4. North Carolina | $96,560 |
| 5. New Jersey | $95,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a survey researcher make an hour in District of Columbia?
The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $49.23 ($102,400 a year).
Do survey researchers make more in District of Columbia than the national average?
Yes: $102,400 against $69,460 nationally, 47% more.
Where does District of Columbia rank for survey researcher pay?
District of Columbia ranks 2 of 31 states.
Which city in District of Columbia pays survey researchers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $97,780 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.