May 2025 · State · BLS OEWS
Salaries in District of Columbia
District of Columbia
465 occupations
Across 465 occupations with published wages in District of Columbia, neurologists record the highest median at $332,000 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in District of Columbia
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | 37,790 | $108,160 |
| General and Operations Managers | 36,150 | $168,000 |
| Lawyers | 33,070 | $195,190 |
| Management Analysts | 19,000 | $126,140 |
| Managers, All Other | 18,570 | $175,720 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | 17,200 | $156,590 |
| Public Relations Specialists | 16,720 | $102,740 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 16,400 | $38,520 |
| Security Guards | 15,880 | $64,210 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 12,810 | $42,700 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $36,620 | — |
| Parking Attendants | $37,220 | 1,900 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $37,430 | 5,500 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $37,570 | 2,450 |
| Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers | $37,790 | 320 |
| Food Servers, Nonrestaurant | $37,920 | 1,260 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $37,930 | 770 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $37,960 | 200 |
| Baggage Porters and Bellhops | $38,170 | 380 |
| Animal Trainers | $38,200 | — |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.