Economists Salary in District of Columbia
Ranked #1 of 40 · DC
23.2% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $175,100 ≈ $84/hr
Median annual salary $167,590
Employment 3,000
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $98,350P25 $115,910 Median $167,590P75 $224,080P90 $299,110
About 80% of economistss in District of Columbia earn between $98,350 and $299,110. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean economists salary in District of Columbia is $175,100, about 23.2% above the U.S. average ($142,130). That works out to roughly $84/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in District of Columbia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $156,750 | $166,140 | 4,570 |