How much does a telephone operator make in District of Columbia?
$49,330a year
Median yearly pay for telephone operators in District of Columbia. That is $23.72 an hour or $4,111 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.72
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 16
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,490Median: $49,330Highest 10%: $72,090
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,490 | $18.02 | |
| 25th | $40,300 | $19.38 | |
| Median | $49,330 | $23.72 | |
| 75th | $58,510 | $28.13 | |
| 90th | $72,090 | $34.66 |
Cities in District of Columbia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $47,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for telephone operators.
| 1. California | $57,170 |
| 2. New York | $50,220 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $49,330 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $47,940 |
| 5. Wisconsin | $46,590 |
| 6. Maryland | $42,460 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a telephone operator make an hour in District of Columbia?
The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $23.72 ($49,330 a year).
Do telephone operators make more in District of Columbia than the national average?
Yes: $49,330 against $41,740 nationally, 18% more.
Where does District of Columbia rank for telephone operator pay?
District of Columbia ranks 3 of 16 states.
Which city in District of Columbia pays telephone operators the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $47,410 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.