How much does a transportation make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for transportations in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $62.04 an hour or $10,750 a month.
- Hourly
- $62.04
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among cities
- 16 of 348
- Jobs in the area
- 2,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $80,840 | $38.87 | |
| 25th | $102,000 | $49.05 | |
| Median | $129,100 | $62.04 | |
| 75th | $166,600 | $80.07 | |
| 90th | $205,600 | $98.87 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for transportations.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Public Relations Manager | $195,200 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $195,200 |
| Financial Manager | $185,300 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $185,200 |
| Marketing Manager | $181,300 |
| Human Resources Manager | $178,000 |
| Sales Manager | $175,800 |
| Purchasing Manager | $172,200 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $172,000 |
| Manager | $171,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $62.04 ($129,100 a year).
Do transportations make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $129,100 against $107,200 nationally, 20% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $132,200, so Washington pays 2% less.
Where does Washington rank for transportation pay?
16 of 348 metro areas with data.
How much does a transportation make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $80,840 or less a year; the top 10% make $205,600 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.