How much does a therapist make in District of Columbia?
$127,000a year
Median yearly pay for therapists in District of Columbia. That is $61.06 an hour or $10,580 a month.
- Hourly
- $61.06
- Vs. national median
- +63%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,410Median: $127,000Highest 10%: $130,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,410 | $37.70 | |
| 25th | $81,020 | $38.95 | |
| Median | $127,000 | $61.06 | |
| 75th | $130,000 | $62.50 | |
| 90th | $130,000 | $62.50 |
Cities in District of Columbia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $76,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for therapists.
| 1. District of Columbia | $127,000 |
| 2. Illinois | $116,200 |
| 3. New Jersey | $100,300 |
| 4. Hawaii | $99,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a therapist make an hour in District of Columbia?
The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $61.06 ($127,000 a year).
Do therapists make more in District of Columbia than the national average?
Yes: $127,000 against $77,930 nationally, 63% more.
Where does District of Columbia rank for therapist pay?
District of Columbia ranks 1 of 41 states.
Which city in District of Columbia pays therapists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $76,630 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.