How much does an usher make in Washington?
$36,080a year
Median yearly pay for ushers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $17.35 an hour or $3,007 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.35
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 23 of 195
- Jobs in the area
- 2,330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,120Median: $36,080Highest 10%: $39,680
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,120 | $14.96 | |
| 25th | $33,330 | $16.02 | |
| Median | $36,080 | $17.35 | |
| 75th | $37,930 | $18.24 | |
| 90th | $39,680 | $19.08 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for ushers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Makeup Artist | $95,730 |
| Mortician | $60,440 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $53,310 |
| Costume Attendant | $51,280 |
| Animal Trainer | $50,460 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $49,300 |
| Gambling Service Worker | $48,950 |
| Barber | $48,780 |
| Residential Advisor | $47,010 |
| Skincare Specialist | $46,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an usher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $17.35 ($36,080 a year).
Do ushers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $36,080 against $32,910 nationally, 10% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $37,930, so Washington pays 5% less.
Where does Washington rank for usher pay?
23 of 195 metro areas with data.
How much does an usher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,120 or less a year; the top 10% make $39,680 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.