How much does a switchboard operator make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for switchboard operators in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $22.00 an hour or $3,813 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.00
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 20 of 142
- Jobs in the area
- 580
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,810 | $17.22 | |
| 25th | $37,530 | $18.04 | |
| Median | $45,750 | $22.00 | |
| 75th | $52,670 | $25.32 | |
| 90th | $61,580 | $29.61 |
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How much does a switchboard operator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $22.00 ($45,750 a year).
Do switchboard operators make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $45,750 against $38,630 nationally, 18% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $54,700, so Washington pays 16% less.
Where does Washington rank for switchboard operator pay?
20 of 142 metro areas with data.
How much does a switchboard operator make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,810 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,580 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.