Local career market · BLS OEWS May 2025 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV
Careers in Washington, DC: pay and employment for 637 occupations.
BLS reports occupational wages for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 47900), which includes Washington, Arlington and Alexandria and surrounding communities. Figures describe that whole area, not Washington city limits. It spans District of Columbia, Virginia, Maryland and West Virginia.
Quick answer
In the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metropolitan area (CBSA 47900), BLS OEWS counted 3,136,190 jobs in May 2025, with a median annual wage of $71,060 across all occupations. Among occupations whose local estimate meets the reliability rule, the highest medians are Psychiatrist ($246,990), Airline Pilot ($209,750), Physicians, All Other ($208,710). The largest occupations are Operations Manager (112,530), Business Operations Specialists, All Other (76,600), Software Engineer (69,060).
Data Separately, BEA puts 2024 price levels across the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metropolitan area at 108.9 (U.S. = 100): prices for the average consumer are about 9% above the national level. That is context, not an adjusted salary. Cost of living in Washington, DC.
At a glance
Highest-paying, largest and no-degree careers
Data Rankings use only occupations whose local estimate passes the reliability rule (500+ jobs, employment PRSE ≤ 20%, mean-wage PRSE ≤ 10%, non-degenerate distribution).
Highest-paying
- Psychiatrist$246,990 median · 550 employed
- Airline Pilot$209,750 median · 5,100 employed
- Physicians, All Other$208,710 median · 10,650 employed
- Public Relations Manager$195,190 median · 9,470 employed
- IT Manager$195,190 median · 20,800 employed
- Lawyer$195,190 median · 46,840 employed
- Financial Manager$185,270 median · 26,430 employed
- Architectural and Engineering Managers$185,220 median · 5,500 employed
- Dentist$184,540 median · 3,040 employed
- Marketing Manager$181,260 median · 8,900 employed
Largest occupations
- Operations Manager112,530 employed · $156,460 median
- Business Operations Specialists, All Other76,600 employed · $104,770 median
- Software Engineer69,060 employed · $154,930 median
- Sales Associate66,920 employed · $36,610 median
- Management Consultant62,360 employed · $126,830 median
- Fast Food and Counter Workers60,560 employed · $34,600 median
- Janitor59,090 employed · $37,840 median
- Cashier50,600 employed · $35,470 median
- Home Health and Personal Care Aides50,450 employed · $38,530 median
- Lawyer46,840 employed · $195,190 median
Highest-paying without a bachelor's degree
BLS typical entry-level education (national).
- Detective$156,750 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers$129,050 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$125,960 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Artists and Related Workers, All Other$125,050 median · No formal educational credential
- Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other$121,680 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers$118,570 median · Postsecondary nondegree award
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All Other$107,650 median · Postsecondary nondegree award
- First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers$101,410 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers$95,560 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Lineman$95,480 median · High school diploma or equivalent
Salary pages
Detailed pay for popular careers in Washington, DC
Paralegal$81,590 medianLawyer$195,190 medianRegistered Nurse$102,710 medianLPN$75,860 medianCRNA$223,150 medianDental Hygienist$119,170 medianDental Assistant$47,540 medianMedical Assistant$46,640 medianProject Manager$127,030 medianData Scientist$132,200 medianNurse Practitioner$134,840 medianUX Designer$97,000 medianCNA$45,730 medianPhysician Assistant$148,200 medianExecutive Assistant$90,320 medianElectrician$75,930 medianAnesthesiologist$397,210 medianSurgical Tech$78,750 medianDentist$184,540 medianAccountant$102,140 medianPharmacy Technician$46,660 medianSoftware Engineer$154,930 medianOperations Manager$156,460 medianPhysical Therapist$102,980 medianPharmacist$150,540 medianPhlebotomist$49,030 medianRespiratory Therapist$101,990 medianMarketing Manager$181,260 medianNetwork Engineer$159,820 medianAdministrative Assistant$53,660 medianRadiology Tech$97,390 medianPsychiatrist$246,990 medianSterile Processing Technician$50,600 medianOccupational Therapist$102,960 medianPediatrician$172,520 medianBartender$48,030 medianProperty Manager$92,750 medianHR Manager$177,960 medianOffice Manager$76,400 median
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All 637 occupations
Data Occupations with 100+ jobs in the metro. Outlook is the BLS national projection; BLS publishes no metro projections in this dataset.
| Occupation | Mean (metro) | Typical entry education | U.S. outlook 2025–35 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operations ManagerSOC 11-1021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $156,460U.S. $105,770 | $163,620 | 112,530 | Bachelor's degree | +5.0% |
| Business Operations Specialists, All OtherSOC 13-1199 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $104,770U.S. $83,050 | $113,390 | 76,600 | Bachelor's degree | +3.9% |
| Software EngineerSOC 15-1252 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $154,930U.S. $135,980 | $153,100 | 69,060 | Bachelor's degree | +10.2% |
| Sales AssociateSOC 41-2031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $36,610U.S. $35,410 | $39,600 | 66,920 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| Management ConsultantSOC 13-1111 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $126,830U.S. $101,860 | $145,310 | 62,360 | Bachelor's degree | +10.1% |
| Fast Food and Counter WorkersSOC 35-3023 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $34,600U.S. $31,200 | $35,550 | 60,560 | No formal educational credential | +5.8% |
| JanitorSOC 37-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,840U.S. $36,840 | $39,660 | 59,090 | No formal educational credential | +2.2% |
| CashierSOC 41-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $35,470U.S. $32,880 | $36,630 | 50,600 | No formal educational credential | -6.5% |
| Home Health and Personal Care AidesSOC 31-1120 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $38,530U.S. $35,800 | $39,110 | 50,450 | n/a | n/a |
| LawyerSOC 23-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $195,190U.S. $159,670 | $226,780 | 46,840 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.7% |
| Registered NurseSOC 29-1141 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $102,710U.S. $97,550 | $104,590 | 46,830 | Bachelor's degree | +5.6% |
| ServerSOC 35-3031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,040U.S. $35,230 | $51,820 | 46,160 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Managers, All OtherSOC 11-9199 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $170,980U.S. $141,900 | $176,670 | 42,010 | Bachelor's degree | +4.9% |
| AccountantSOC 13-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $102,140U.S. $83,680 | $113,640 | 41,470 | Bachelor's degree | +5.0% |
| Security GuardSOC 33-9032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,830U.S. $38,020 | $54,430 | 40,950 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.9% |
| Office Clerks, GeneralSOC 43-9061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $51,880U.S. $45,010 | $54,400 | 39,410 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.0% |
| Project ManagerSOC 13-1082 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $127,030U.S. $102,320 | $129,050 | 38,230 | Bachelor's degree | +6.7% |
| Administrative AssistantSOC 43-6014 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $53,660U.S. $47,540 | $56,400 | 37,010 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.0% |
| Customer Service RepresentativeSOC 43-4051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,220U.S. $44,770 | $50,240 | 36,750 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.3% |
| StockerSOC 53-7065 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,870U.S. $37,330 | $40,420 | 35,340 | No formal educational credential | +8.9% |
| Elementary School TeacherSOC 25-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $79,470U.S. $63,970 | $84,370 | 30,940 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Line CookSOC 35-2014 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $42,920U.S. $37,390 | $42,590 | 29,670 | No formal educational credential | +12.1% |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and TravelSOC 41-3091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $78,110U.S. $69,990 | $95,020 | 29,300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.7% |
| Material HandlerSOC 53-7062 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $42,590U.S. $40,240 | $43,990 | 28,510 | No formal educational credential | +1.8% |
| Financial ManagerSOC 11-3031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $185,270U.S. $166,570 | $205,640 | 26,430 | Bachelor's degree | +9.7% |
| CNASOC 31-1131 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $45,730U.S. $42,260 | $45,130 | 25,520 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +2.6% |
| Teaching Assistants, Except PostsecondarySOC 25-9045 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,200U.S. $36,780 | $46,170 | 25,050 | n/a | n/a |
| RecruiterSOC 13-1071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $100,830U.S. $75,940 | $105,580 | 24,450 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Office ManagerSOC 43-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $76,400U.S. $69,500 | $81,050 | 23,390 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.1% |
| Maintenance TechnicianSOC 49-9071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $57,240U.S. $49,590 | $58,690 | 23,100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Public Relations SpecialistSOC 27-3031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $101,680U.S. $74,750 | $116,930 | 22,810 | Bachelor's degree | +1.8% |
| Marketing SpecialistSOC 13-1161 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $87,160U.S. $78,760 | $98,390 | 21,090 | Bachelor's degree | +7.0% |
| IT ManagerSOC 11-3021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $195,190U.S. $175,140 | $206,960 | 20,800 | Bachelor's degree | +15.8% |
| Truck DriverSOC 53-3032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $59,820U.S. $58,640 | $62,330 | 20,430 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.8% |
| High School TeacherSOC 25-2031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $80,300U.S. $72,040 | $84,940 | 20,400 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Store ManagerSOC 41-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $50,530U.S. $48,520 | $57,760 | 20,360 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.7% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving WorkersSOC 35-1012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $47,580U.S. $44,080 | $51,700 | 19,650 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.4% |
| Medical SecretarySOC 43-6013 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $48,280U.S. $45,930 | $50,970 | 18,960 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.8% |
| Computer Systems AnalystSOC 15-1211 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $127,040U.S. $105,850 | $128,780 | 18,620 | Bachelor's degree | +7.9% |
| BookkeeperSOC 43-3031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $59,290U.S. $50,670 | $60,030 | 18,550 | Some college, no degree | -5.6% |
| IT Support SpecialistSOC 15-1232 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $77,860U.S. $61,860 | $80,790 | 18,510 | Some college, no degree | -3.5% |
| ReceptionistSOC 43-4171 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $41,240U.S. $38,010 | $42,630 | 17,920 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.7% |
| Construction WorkerSOC 47-2061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $47,430U.S. $47,120 | $49,670 | 17,710 | No formal educational credential | +7.3% |
| LandscaperSOC 37-3011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $42,700U.S. $39,150 | $44,300 | 17,140 | No formal educational credential | +4.7% |
| ElectricianSOC 47-2111 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $75,930U.S. $63,190 | $79,650 | 16,580 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.2% |
| Cyber Security AnalystSOC 15-1212 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $148,950U.S. $129,180 | $150,230 | 16,560 | Bachelor's degree | +21.0% |
| Delivery DriverSOC 53-3033 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,360U.S. $44,860 | $51,820 | 16,390 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.3% |
| HousekeeperSOC 37-2012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,840U.S. $35,510 | $39,610 | 15,860 | No formal educational credential | +0.6% |
| Substitute TeacherSOC 25-3031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,470U.S. $41,670 | $45,420 | 15,060 | Bachelor's degree | +2.0% |
| Middle School TeacherSOC 25-2022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $77,350U.S. $64,370 | $80,560 | 14,890 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Food Preparation WorkersSOC 35-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,630U.S. $35,320 | $38,690 | 14,810 | No formal educational credential | -3.0% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction WorkersSOC 47-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $83,540U.S. $79,920 | $91,060 | 14,660 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.0% |
| Police OfficerSOC 33-3051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $84,000U.S. $76,210 | $87,110 | 14,630 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| BartenderSOC 35-3011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $48,030U.S. $34,340 | $56,200 | 14,560 | No formal educational credential | +5.0% |
| Buyers and Purchasing AgentsSOC 13-1020 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $104,880U.S. $77,710 | $109,790 | 14,240 | n/a | n/a |
| Medical AssistantSOC 31-9092 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,640U.S. $45,690 | $48,340 | 13,890 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +12.9% |
| Compliance OfficerSOC 13-1041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $100,200U.S. $80,730 | $104,120 | 13,820 | Bachelor's degree | +3.8% |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender HelpersSOC 35-9011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,260U.S. $33,980 | $40,980 | 13,800 | No formal educational credential | +5.3% |
| CarpenterSOC 47-2031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $60,800U.S. $60,580 | $66,790 | 13,280 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| ParalegalSOC 23-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $81,590U.S. $62,890 | $87,900 | 12,990 | Associate's degree | -0.3% |
| Executive AssistantSOC 43-6011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $90,320U.S. $76,590 | $90,110 | 12,960 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.0% |
| MechanicSOC 49-3023 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $61,860U.S. $50,620 | $66,510 | 12,030 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.0% |
| Preschool TeacherSOC 25-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $44,660U.S. $38,140 | $50,820 | 11,910 | Associate's degree | +4.5% |
| Hospital AdministratorSOC 11-9111 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $140,670U.S. $123,860 | $158,950 | 11,730 | Bachelor's degree | +24.2% |
| DishwasherSOC 35-9021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,010U.S. $34,810 | $37,430 | 11,690 | No formal educational credential | -1.0% |
| Daycare WorkerSOC 39-9011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,610U.S. $34,980 | $40,170 | 11,650 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.0% |
| Training SpecialistSOC 13-1151 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $82,400U.S. $69,280 | $87,350 | 11,490 | Bachelor's degree | +10.8% |
| Financial AnalystSOC 13-2051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $108,330U.S. $102,740 | $123,660 | 10,930 | Bachelor's degree | +7.2% |
| Physicians, All OtherSOC 29-1229 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $208,710U.S. $265,930 | $226,120 | 10,650 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.4% |
| Cooks, Fast FoodSOC 35-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $35,800U.S. $30,890 | $37,450 | 10,580 | No formal educational credential | +0.6% |
| Personal TrainerSOC 39-9031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,190U.S. $47,160 | $52,140 | 10,440 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.3% |
| System AdministratorSOC 15-1244 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $125,430U.S. $99,130 | $126,330 | 9,920 | Bachelor's degree | -4.1% |
| Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory ClerksSOC 43-5071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $47,620U.S. $45,260 | $51,340 | 9,810 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.6% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and RepairersSOC 49-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $86,370U.S. $79,860 | $91,180 | 9,670 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| Amusement and Recreation AttendantsSOC 39-3091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $38,000U.S. $32,150 | $37,690 | 9,590 | No formal educational credential | +3.7% |
| Public Relations ManagerSOC 11-2032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $195,190U.S. $146,910 | $214,670 | 9,470 | Bachelor's degree | +5.7% |
| PlumberSOC 47-2152 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $71,860U.S. $63,800 | $75,090 | 9,420 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.8% |
| Network EngineerSOC 15-1241 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $159,820U.S. $134,050 | $157,420 | 9,370 | Bachelor's degree | +7.7% |
| HostSOC 35-9031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $36,360U.S. $31,200 | $37,440 | 9,270 | No formal educational credential | +3.4% |
| Data ScientistSOC 15-2051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $132,200U.S. $120,230 | $143,510 | 9,260 | Bachelor's degree | +34.6% |
| Engineers, All OtherSOC 17-2199 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $151,340U.S. $122,930 | $145,090 | 9,230 | Bachelor's degree | +3.7% |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health CounselorsSOC 21-1018 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $65,270U.S. $59,350 | $71,360 | 9,030 | n/a | n/a |
| Driver/Sales WorkersSOC 53-3031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $38,790U.S. $38,770 | $41,750 | 9,000 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.9% |
| Marketing ManagerSOC 11-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $181,260U.S. $166,790 | $195,000 | 8,900 | Bachelor's degree | +6.9% |
| Sales ManagerSOC 11-2022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $175,820U.S. $148,270 | $186,200 | 8,780 | Bachelor's degree | +4.5% |
| HVAC TechnicianSOC 49-9021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $71,920U.S. $61,010 | $73,740 | 8,730 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +10.9% |
| School Bus DriverSOC 53-3051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $57,610U.S. $47,920 | $56,650 | 8,620 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.7% |
| Civil EngineerSOC 17-2051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $101,780U.S. $100,840 | $110,950 | 8,470 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| QA TesterSOC 15-1253 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $126,350U.S. $104,300 | $126,100 | 8,460 | Bachelor's degree | +5.7% |
| Dental AssistantSOC 31-9091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $47,540U.S. $48,070 | $50,450 | 8,440 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.4% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling SupervisorsSOC 53-1047 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $67,960U.S. $62,890 | $72,160 | 8,430 | n/a | n/a |
| Operations Research AnalystSOC 15-2031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $127,600U.S. $88,940 | $129,160 | 8,080 | Bachelor's degree | +11.9% |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales AgentsSOC 41-3031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $64,300U.S. $78,660 | $99,030 | 8,070 | Bachelor's degree | +1.4% |
| LogisticianSOC 13-1081 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $104,330U.S. $82,320 | $112,700 | 8,020 | Bachelor's degree | +17.6% |
| Social and Human Service AssistantsSOC 21-1093 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $48,370U.S. $45,930 | $53,060 | 7,790 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.4% |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific ProductsSOC 41-4012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $74,730U.S. $72,080 | $88,620 | 7,740 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| FirefighterSOC 33-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $66,980U.S. $59,280 | $70,910 | 7,610 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.7% |
| PrincipalSOC 11-9032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $134,490U.S. $105,870 | $137,520 | 7,510 | Master's degree | -0.3% |
| Self-Enrichment TeachersSOC 25-3021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $59,760U.S. $46,800 | $65,740 | 7,470 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Property ManagerSOC 11-9141 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $92,750U.S. $69,990 | $109,790 | 7,370 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| School CounselorSOC 21-1012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $77,420U.S. $64,330 | $82,980 | 7,260 | Master's degree | +2.9% |
| LPNSOC 29-2061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $75,860U.S. $64,400 | $74,560 | 7,170 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.0% |
| CosmetologistSOC 39-5012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,020U.S. $35,790 | $49,360 | 7,010 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.7% |
| Pharmacy TechnicianSOC 29-2052 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,660U.S. $45,750 | $49,550 | 6,650 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.4% |
| Construction ManagerSOC 11-9021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $129,650U.S. $114,990 | $139,680 | 6,630 | Bachelor's degree | +9.1% |
| ZookeeperSOC 39-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,710U.S. $35,360 | $40,900 | 6,590 | High school diploma or equivalent | +12.1% |
| Child, Family, and School Social WorkersSOC 21-1021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $75,550U.S. $59,550 | $78,110 | 6,490 | Bachelor's degree | +4.4% |
| Heavy Equipment OperatorSOC 47-2073 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $61,660U.S. $59,850 | $64,850 | 6,450 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.6% |
| Legal Support Workers, All OtherSOC 23-2099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $169,690U.S. $72,110 | $148,470 | 6,430 | Associate's degree | -0.3% |
| Counter and Rental ClerksSOC 41-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $48,010U.S. $41,300 | $53,870 | 6,410 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| Forklift OperatorSOC 53-7051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $49,710U.S. $46,420 | $54,340 | 6,400 | No formal educational credential | +1.5% |
| HR ManagerSOC 11-3121 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $177,960U.S. $149,280 | $186,760 | 6,280 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| Mail CarrierSOC 43-5052 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $64,250U.S. $60,550 | $64,560 | 6,250 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 19-3099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $138,250U.S. $101,110 | $141,440 | 6,220 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Medical ScientistSOC 19-1042 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $107,110U.S. $103,410 | $122,860 | 5,980 | Doctoral or professional degree | +12.6% |
| Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All OtherSOC 29-1299 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $166,230U.S. $115,210 | $163,200 | 5,970 | Master's degree | +5.5% |
| Office and Administrative Support Workers, All OtherSOC 43-9199 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $57,160U.S. $45,670 | $65,140 | 5,910 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.3% |
| Natural Sciences ManagersSOC 11-9121 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $169,060U.S. $167,220 | $174,970 | 5,890 | Bachelor's degree | +8.2% |
| Financial Specialists, All OtherSOC 13-2099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $120,580U.S. $81,100 | $121,470 | 5,820 | Bachelor's degree | +4.1% |
| Food ServerSOC 35-3041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,540U.S. $35,360 | $39,510 | 5,760 | No formal educational credential | +4.5% |
| BakerSOC 51-3011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $38,650U.S. $37,160 | $40,970 | 5,740 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Biological Scientists, All OtherSOC 19-1029 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $114,920U.S. $98,920 | $123,730 | 5,720 | Bachelor's degree | +4.7% |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and TechniciansSOC 29-2010 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $70,300U.S. $62,930 | $73,290 | 5,680 | n/a | n/a |
| Cooks, Institution and CafeteriaSOC 35-2012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $44,880U.S. $37,450 | $44,710 | 5,670 | No formal educational credential | +2.8% |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and EquipmentSOC 53-7061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $36,730U.S. $35,830 | $39,430 | 5,560 | No formal educational credential | +3.9% |
| Architectural and Engineering ManagersSOC 11-9041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $185,220U.S. $171,270 | $191,930 | 5,500 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| EditorSOC 27-3041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $84,800U.S. $77,920 | $104,350 | 5,470 | Bachelor's degree | -1.1% |
| Mechanical EngineerSOC 17-2141 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $126,990U.S. $104,110 | $133,380 | 5,390 | Bachelor's degree | +11.2% |
| PharmacistSOC 29-1051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $150,540U.S. $140,910 | $148,360 | 5,260 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.2% |
| Instructional DesignerSOC 25-9031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $105,220U.S. $77,440 | $105,520 | 5,190 | Master's degree | +1.6% |
| Event PlannerSOC 13-1121 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $75,450U.S. $61,160 | $78,620 | 5,140 | Bachelor's degree | +5.8% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial WorkersSOC 37-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $50,840U.S. $49,100 | $56,430 | 5,140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.2% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales WorkersSOC 41-1012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $101,410U.S. $87,520 | $114,510 | 5,140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.5% |
| Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary SchoolSOC 25-2052 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $79,880U.S. $65,120 | $84,540 | 5,110 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer Network Support SpecialistsSOC 15-1231 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $92,400U.S. $76,220 | $100,350 | 5,100 | Associate's degree | +1.2% |
| Airline PilotSOC 53-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $209,750U.S. $232,140 | $235,100 | 5,100 | Bachelor's degree | +8.3% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and DetectivesSOC 33-1012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $125,960U.S. $106,040 | $132,690 | 5,050 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.3% |
| Loan OfficerSOC 13-2072 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $97,800U.S. $76,690 | $105,520 | 5,000 | Bachelor's degree | +1.1% |
| Shuttle Drivers and ChauffeursSOC 53-3053 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $45,640U.S. $37,290 | $45,730 | 4,960 | No formal educational credential | +7.1% |
| DetectiveSOC 33-3021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $156,750U.S. $93,790 | $146,910 | 4,830 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.2% |
| Database ArchitectSOC 15-1243 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $162,870U.S. $139,500 | $159,980 | 4,740 | Bachelor's degree | +9.4% |
| ChefSOC 35-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $74,900U.S. $62,470 | $74,250 | 4,680 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.6% |
| ConciergesSOC 39-6012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $38,810U.S. $38,950 | $42,100 | 4,650 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| LifeguardSOC 33-9092 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $34,710U.S. $33,580 | $36,370 | 4,600 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| EconomistSOC 19-3011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $156,750U.S. $124,720 | $166,140 | 4,570 | Master's degree | +4.7% |
| Physical TherapistSOC 29-1123 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $102,980U.S. $102,760 | $110,130 | 4,540 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.9% |
| Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk ClerksSOC 43-4081 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,690U.S. $35,070 | $40,380 | 4,530 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.8% |
| FundraiserSOC 13-1131 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $80,610U.S. $72,550 | $88,270 | 4,450 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| Electrical EngineerSOC 17-2071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $126,420U.S. $120,630 | $134,230 | 4,450 | Bachelor's degree | +9.9% |
| Billing and Posting ClerksSOC 43-3021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $55,920U.S. $48,500 | $58,930 | 4,450 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.1% |
| Graphic DesignerSOC 27-1024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $85,420U.S. $62,960 | $89,540 | 4,420 | Bachelor's degree | -1.7% |
| PainterSOC 47-2141 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $50,560U.S. $49,400 | $55,590 | 4,380 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| Recreation WorkersSOC 39-9032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $42,800U.S. $36,560 | $45,450 | 4,360 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.3% |
| Coaches and ScoutsSOC 27-2022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $50,680U.S. $47,320 | $66,630 | 4,350 | Bachelor's degree | +6.1% |
| Financial AdvisorSOC 13-2052 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $106,230U.S. $105,070 | $168,500 | 4,330 | Bachelor's degree | +1.4% |
| Information and Record Clerks, All OtherSOC 43-4199 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $61,760U.S. $49,500 | $62,600 | 4,320 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.8% |
| Teaching Assistants, PostsecondarySOC 25-9044 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,330U.S. $42,910 | $61,380 | 4,290 | Bachelor's degree | +2.7% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating WorkersSOC 51-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $77,990U.S. $74,450 | $82,720 | 4,290 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.8% |
| Producers and DirectorsSOC 27-2012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $100,270U.S. $90,360 | $105,940 | 4,230 | Bachelor's degree | +4.0% |
| Education Administrators, PostsecondarySOC 11-9033 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $125,460U.S. $104,590 | $145,630 | 4,200 | Master's degree | +1.8% |
| Facilities ManagerSOC 11-3013 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $109,860U.S. $106,660 | $120,320 | 4,190 | Bachelor's degree | +4.6% |
| Purchasing ManagerSOC 11-3061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $172,150U.S. $148,080 | $176,990 | 4,180 | Bachelor's degree | +4.0% |
| Budget AnalystSOC 13-2031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $125,050U.S. $91,640 | $124,390 | 4,100 | Bachelor's degree | +1.9% |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific ProductsSOC 41-4011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $120,140U.S. $104,920 | $131,610 | 4,070 | Bachelor's degree | +1.2% |
| Bus DriverSOC 53-3052 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $65,220U.S. $59,050 | $68,880 | 4,070 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| Bank TellerSOC 43-3071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,880U.S. $43,030 | $46,850 | 4,060 | High school diploma or equivalent | -13.2% |
| Home InspectorSOC 47-4011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $80,150U.S. $74,690 | $85,180 | 4,060 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.0% |
| Nurse PractitionerSOC 29-1171 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $134,840U.S. $132,300 | $138,570 | 4,050 | Master's degree | +41.0% |
| Insurance AgentSOC 41-3021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $65,260U.S. $62,280 | $79,780 | 4,030 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.3% |
| Special Education TeacherSOC 25-2058 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $85,000U.S. $74,260 | $88,830 | 3,930 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Cooks, Short OrderSOC 35-2015 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,650U.S. $35,880 | $40,010 | 3,850 | No formal educational credential | -5.2% |
| Web DeveloperSOC 15-1254 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $134,350U.S. $92,650 | $135,690 | 3,840 | Bachelor's degree | +3.8% |
| Cost EstimatorSOC 13-1051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $89,330U.S. $78,740 | $95,620 | 3,780 | Bachelor's degree | -3.1% |
| Flight AttendantSOC 53-2031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $63,580U.S. $63,580 | $58,090 | 3,750 | High school diploma or equivalent | +8.8% |
| Database AdministratorSOC 15-1242 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $108,750U.S. $104,620 | $119,320 | 3,730 | Bachelor's degree | -0.1% |
| Teachers and Instructors, All OtherSOC 25-3099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $97,920U.S. $66,140 | $98,170 | 3,730 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Political ScientistSOC 19-3094 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $156,730U.S. $142,080 | $156,310 | 3,700 | Master's degree | -2.0% |
| LibrarianSOC 25-4022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $95,480U.S. $68,270 | $94,460 | 3,630 | Master's degree | +2.6% |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All OtherSOC 29-2099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $55,530U.S. $50,290 | $59,410 | 3,630 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.9% |
| Parts SalespersonsSOC 41-2022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $44,660U.S. $38,630 | $48,790 | 3,570 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| Production, Planning, and Expediting ClerksSOC 43-5061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $60,990U.S. $59,650 | $66,280 | 3,570 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.3% |
| Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and AmbulanceSOC 43-5032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $57,160U.S. $50,340 | $60,430 | 3,540 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| Packers and Packagers, HandSOC 53-7064 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,730U.S. $36,280 | $39,340 | 3,530 | No formal educational credential | -5.0% |
| Administrative Services ManagersSOC 11-3012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $130,130U.S. $114,130 | $144,960 | 3,500 | Bachelor's degree | +5.2% |
| Laundry and Dry-Cleaning WorkersSOC 51-6011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $36,300U.S. $34,890 | $36,380 | 3,500 | No formal educational credential | +4.3% |
| Computer and Information Research ScientistsSOC 15-1221 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $161,090U.S. $140,300 | $165,880 | 3,420 | Master's degree | +21.8% |
| Nail TechSOC 39-5092 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $42,040U.S. $35,760 | $43,570 | 3,400 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +9.2% |
| Food Service ManagerSOC 11-9051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $79,290U.S. $69,390 | $87,720 | 3,300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| Real Estate AgentSOC 41-9022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,160U.S. $52,830 | $79,770 | 3,250 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.7% |
| StatisticianSOC 15-2041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $136,660U.S. $105,650 | $137,900 | 3,220 | Master's degree | +11.0% |
| Correctional OfficerSOC 33-3012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $70,570U.S. $58,940 | $71,120 | 3,200 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.4% |
| Miscellaneous Assemblers and FabricatorsSOC 51-2090 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,400U.S. $44,650 | $48,740 | 3,190 | n/a | n/a |
| Radiology TechSOC 29-2034 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $97,390U.S. $80,110 | $95,410 | 3,170 | Associate's degree | +5.0% |
| Speech PathologistSOC 29-1127 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $99,960U.S. $97,870 | $104,380 | 3,140 | Master's degree | +16.6% |
| Parking AttendantsSOC 53-6021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $36,930U.S. $35,150 | $37,570 | 3,110 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material CollectorsSOC 53-7081 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,530U.S. $49,690 | $50,660 | 3,100 | No formal educational credential | +2.1% |
| TutorSOC 25-3041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $48,730U.S. $43,350 | $57,320 | 3,080 | Some college, no degree | -0.2% |
| DentistSOC 29-1021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $184,540U.S. $170,950 | $215,610 | 3,040 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.7% |
| Residential AdvisorsSOC 39-9041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $47,010U.S. $42,240 | $48,990 | 3,040 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| ArchitectSOC 17-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $102,080U.S. $99,280 | $115,480 | 3,020 | Bachelor's degree | +4.3% |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All OtherSOC 25-1199 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $99,240U.S. $77,640 | $100,190 | 3,020 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.0% |
| Physician AssistantSOC 29-1071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $148,200U.S. $135,880 | $152,430 | 3,020 | Master's degree | +21.1% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service WorkersSOC 39-1022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $53,310U.S. $48,590 | $58,500 | 3,010 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.3% |
| Legal Secretaries and Administrative AssistantsSOC 43-6012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $77,220U.S. $55,570 | $86,320 | 2,970 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.2% |
| Rehabilitation CounselorSOC 21-1015 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $48,290U.S. $46,850 | $53,020 | 2,940 | Master's degree | +2.2% |
| Social and Community Service ManagersSOC 11-9151 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $101,240U.S. $80,390 | $109,050 | 2,920 | Bachelor's degree | +7.2% |
| Diesel MechanicSOC 49-3031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $72,580U.S. $61,770 | $72,880 | 2,910 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| Telecommunications Line Installers and RepairersSOC 49-9052 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $95,560U.S. $74,330 | $84,120 | 2,860 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.4% |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All OtherSOC 49-9099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $52,000U.S. $49,230 | $55,130 | 2,840 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Cement Masons and Concrete FinishersSOC 47-2051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $58,350U.S. $57,020 | $58,240 | 2,810 | No formal educational credential | +1.6% |
| InspectorSOC 51-9061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $61,820U.S. $48,570 | $65,040 | 2,770 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Physical Scientists, All OtherSOC 19-2099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $170,980U.S. $122,570 | $166,920 | 2,740 | Bachelor's degree | +2.1% |
| Vet AssistantSOC 31-9096 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $45,320U.S. $38,150 | $46,060 | 2,740 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.1% |
| Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line InstallersSOC 49-2022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $69,800U.S. $63,890 | $73,500 | 2,720 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -3.3% |
| Environmental ScientistSOC 19-2041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $108,160U.S. $82,220 | $118,040 | 2,710 | Bachelor's degree | +6.1% |
| Electronics EngineerSOC 17-2072 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $140,000U.S. $130,220 | $145,440 | 2,690 | Bachelor's degree | +3.7% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping WorkersSOC 37-1012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $60,460U.S. $58,430 | $62,570 | 2,690 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Computer ProgrammerSOC 15-1251 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $130,390U.S. $100,390 | $127,780 | 2,680 | Bachelor's degree | -7.3% |
| Occupational TherapistSOC 29-1122 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $102,960U.S. $100,330 | $109,170 | 2,640 | Master's degree | +14.8% |
| Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis SpecialistsSOC 13-1141 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $91,660U.S. $78,210 | $96,640 | 2,620 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| Education Administrators, All OtherSOC 11-9039 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $132,400U.S. $95,200 | $129,510 | 2,600 | Bachelor's degree | +1.6% |
| Claims AdjusterSOC 13-1031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $84,590U.S. $78,000 | $89,280 | 2,600 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.5% |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3023 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $84,090U.S. $78,190 | $89,280 | 2,590 | Associate's degree | +2.4% |
| Transportation, Storage, and Distribution ManagersSOC 11-3071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $129,050U.S. $107,230 | $139,430 | 2,570 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.1% |
| Health Specialties Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $135,670U.S. $107,310 | $154,690 | 2,560 | Doctoral or professional degree | +17.9% |
| Special Education Teachers, Middle SchoolSOC 25-2057 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $77,050U.S. $66,810 | $83,690 | 2,540 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| ChemistSOC 19-2031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $144,680U.S. $91,240 | $144,550 | 2,490 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Aerospace EngineerSOC 17-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $166,420U.S. $134,960 | $168,780 | 2,420 | Bachelor's degree | +8.3% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention WorkersSOC 33-1021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $118,570U.S. $93,530 | $112,900 | 2,420 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.7% |
| Kindergarten TeacherSOC 25-2012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $77,200U.S. $62,680 | $78,900 | 2,400 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Security WorkersSOC 33-1091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $73,490U.S. $55,940 | $73,330 | 2,400 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| JournalistSOC 27-3023 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $101,020U.S. $62,200 | $151,310 | 2,390 | Bachelor's degree | -5.9% |
| Technical WriterSOC 27-3042 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $99,910U.S. $90,390 | $106,290 | 2,370 | Bachelor's degree | +0.8% |
| Medical CoderSOC 29-2072 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $58,810U.S. $51,140 | $63,850 | 2,370 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.8% |
| UsherSOC 39-3031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $36,080U.S. $32,910 | $36,260 | 2,330 | No formal educational credential | +0.9% |
| Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine OperatorsSOC 43-5053 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $59,490U.S. $58,470 | $61,510 | 2,260 | No formal educational credential | -5.3% |
| Interviewers, Except Eligibility and LoanSOC 43-4111 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $49,700U.S. $45,920 | $53,750 | 2,250 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.4% |
| School Bus MonitorsSOC 33-9094 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $41,720U.S. $35,100 | $41,690 | 2,220 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Healthcare Social WorkerSOC 21-1022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $80,710U.S. $67,880 | $80,480 | 2,210 | Master's degree | +8.5% |
| Audio and Video TechniciansSOC 27-4011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $74,380U.S. $58,100 | $78,170 | 2,210 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.9% |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile InstallersSOC 47-2081 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $59,070U.S. $58,930 | $59,590 | 2,210 | No formal educational credential | +2.5% |
| Dental HygienistSOC 29-1292 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $119,170U.S. $98,100 | $115,250 | 2,200 | Associate's degree | +8.0% |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social WorkersSOC 21-1023 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $78,210U.S. $60,280 | $83,640 | 2,180 | Master's degree | +10.3% |
| Social Science Research AssistantsSOC 19-4061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $65,330U.S. $61,990 | $73,440 | 2,170 | Bachelor's degree | +5.0% |
| Vet TechSOC 29-2056 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $57,630U.S. $47,380 | $58,830 | 2,150 | Associate's degree | +9.4% |
| Eligibility Interviewers, Government ProgramsSOC 43-4061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $66,130U.S. $54,210 | $69,620 | 2,150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.6% |
| Automotive Body and Related RepairersSOC 49-3021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $59,770U.S. $54,890 | $77,930 | 2,150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All OtherSOC 19-4099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $80,600U.S. $62,280 | $87,040 | 2,110 | Associate's degree | +4.4% |
| Health EducatorSOC 21-1091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $124,590U.S. $64,070 | $120,000 | 2,100 | Bachelor's degree | +5.6% |
| Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel ClerksSOC 43-4181 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $45,210U.S. $44,390 | $50,020 | 2,100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Library TechniciansSOC 25-4031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $57,290U.S. $44,580 | $57,550 | 2,060 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -6.4% |
| WriterSOC 27-3043 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $108,460U.S. $76,910 | $118,070 | 2,060 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| Crossing Guards and FlaggersSOC 33-9091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $40,800U.S. $38,100 | $42,840 | 2,060 | No formal educational credential | +3.5% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling ServicesSOC 39-1014 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $49,300U.S. $48,560 | $57,500 | 2,060 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.3% |
| Industrial Machinery MechanicsSOC 49-9041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $74,720U.S. $64,520 | $75,300 | 2,060 | High school diploma or equivalent | +17.8% |
| Court, Municipal, and License ClerksSOC 43-4031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $53,210U.S. $48,700 | $56,430 | 2,040 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Payroll and Timekeeping ClerksSOC 43-3051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $63,440U.S. $58,260 | $64,180 | 2,010 | High school diploma or equivalent | -15.9% |
| Industrial EngineerSOC 17-2112 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $117,600U.S. $102,440 | $124,370 | 2,000 | Bachelor's degree | +12.4% |
| WelderSOC 51-4121 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $60,670U.S. $53,750 | $67,950 | 2,000 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.4% |
| Bill and Account CollectorsSOC 43-3011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $58,110U.S. $47,030 | $57,110 | 1,960 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.4% |
| RooferSOC 47-2181 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $58,340U.S. $55,440 | $61,900 | 1,940 | No formal educational credential | +5.3% |
| Occupational Health and Safety SpecialistsSOC 19-5011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $109,170U.S. $90,150 | $110,960 | 1,920 | Bachelor's degree | +18.5% |
| Loan Interviewers and ClerksSOC 43-4131 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $59,070U.S. $50,020 | $60,790 | 1,910 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.4% |
| MasonSOC 47-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $60,670U.S. $62,120 | $61,140 | 1,910 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.1% |
| UX DesignerSOC 15-1255 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $97,000U.S. $104,000 | $105,700 | 1,900 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| PhlebotomistSOC 31-9097 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $49,030U.S. $45,230 | $51,200 | 1,900 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +6.8% |
| Respiratory TherapistSOC 29-1126 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $101,990U.S. $82,280 | $100,450 | 1,850 | Associate's degree | +8.5% |
| Interior DesignerSOC 27-1025 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $79,590U.S. $67,190 | $84,650 | 1,840 | Bachelor's degree | +2.7% |
| Sheet Metal WorkerSOC 47-2211 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $61,270U.S. $61,800 | $62,990 | 1,840 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Air Traffic ControllerSOC 53-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $174,870U.S. $148,080 | $144,670 | 1,800 | Associate's degree | +1.7% |
| Computer Hardware EngineerSOC 17-2061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $159,480U.S. $161,740 | $157,210 | 1,790 | Bachelor's degree | +9.1% |
| VeterinarianSOC 29-1131 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $154,350U.S. $130,100 | $163,670 | 1,740 | Doctoral or professional degree | +9.4% |
| EMTSOC 29-2042 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $49,250U.S. $44,470 | $52,690 | 1,730 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.8% |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window TrimmersSOC 27-1026 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $45,320U.S. $39,390 | $48,940 | 1,700 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.7% |
| File ClerksSOC 43-4071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $43,270U.S. $43,600 | $45,260 | 1,700 | High school diploma or equivalent | -15.8% |
| Printing Press OperatorsSOC 51-5112 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $49,490U.S. $45,780 | $60,820 | 1,700 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.7% |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All OtherSOC 35-9099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,590U.S. $35,840 | $40,020 | 1,680 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair WorkersSOC 49-9098 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $45,260U.S. $39,630 | $46,640 | 1,670 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.3% |
| Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and DaycareSOC 11-9031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $61,960U.S. $59,300 | $71,390 | 1,660 | Bachelor's degree | -3.1% |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All OtherSOC 17-3029 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $99,540U.S. $78,350 | $98,140 | 1,660 | Associate's degree | +2.8% |
| Automotive and Watercraft Service AttendantsSOC 53-6031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $35,690U.S. $35,670 | $38,130 | 1,660 | No formal educational credential | +3.8% |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All OtherSOC 31-9099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $55,770U.S. $48,430 | $59,260 | 1,650 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.8% |
| Biological TechnicianSOC 19-4021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $63,510U.S. $57,510 | $65,520 | 1,630 | Bachelor's degree | +7.4% |
| TranslatorSOC 27-3091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $94,510U.S. $60,170 | $93,460 | 1,630 | Bachelor's degree | +2.0% |
| Pest Control TechnicianSOC 37-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $48,010U.S. $45,250 | $52,800 | 1,630 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.5% |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System OperatorsSOC 51-8031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $73,600U.S. $60,020 | $73,460 | 1,630 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.7% |
| Data Entry ClerkSOC 43-9021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $42,840U.S. $41,340 | $46,070 | 1,620 | High school diploma or equivalent | -25.5% |
| Architectural and Civil DraftersSOC 17-3011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $76,020U.S. $66,150 | $80,650 | 1,610 | Associate's degree | +5.2% |
| Human Resources AssistantSOC 43-4161 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $59,120U.S. $50,610 | $60,130 | 1,610 | Associate's degree | -6.2% |
| Security and Fire Alarm Systems InstallersSOC 49-2098 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $66,790U.S. $60,070 | $70,010 | 1,610 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.8% |
| Butchers and Meat CuttersSOC 51-3021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $44,160U.S. $40,140 | $45,130 | 1,610 | No formal educational credential | +2.4% |
| Community Health WorkerSOC 21-1094 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $58,790U.S. $51,850 | $60,340 | 1,600 | High school diploma or equivalent | +12.7% |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All OtherSOC 21-1099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $58,440U.S. $56,730 | $62,320 | 1,600 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| School PsychologistSOC 19-3034 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $106,550U.S. $95,990 | $109,780 | 1,590 | Master's degree | +0.8% |
| Business Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $128,370U.S. $99,080 | $139,740 | 1,590 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.9% |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except EnginesSOC 49-3042 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $71,540U.S. $65,510 | $71,180 | 1,560 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.7% |
| Clinical PsychologistSOC 19-3033 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $101,670U.S. $100,580 | $116,000 | 1,550 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.7% |
| Ultrasound TechSOC 29-2032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $105,290U.S. $96,590 | $106,040 | 1,550 | Associate's degree | +13.9% |
| Massage TherapistSOC 31-9011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $65,220U.S. $58,450 | $78,260 | 1,540 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +15.3% |
| Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal ServiceSOC 43-9051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $41,760U.S. $39,280 | $44,500 | 1,540 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.2% |
| LinemanSOC 49-9051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $95,480U.S. $95,320 | $92,700 | 1,530 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.3% |
| PhysicistSOC 19-2012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $171,580U.S. $172,250 | $169,660 | 1,520 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All OtherSOC 53-3099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $64,600U.S. $37,180 | $58,870 | 1,510 | No formal educational credential | +2.8% |
| Political Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1065 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $102,310U.S. $98,070 | $109,170 | 1,480 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.5% |
| Fundraising ManagersSOC 11-2033 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $141,720U.S. $125,470 | $158,970 | 1,470 | Bachelor's degree | +5.4% |
| Family Medicine PhysicianSOC 29-1215 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $225,140U.S. $244,180 | $237,070 | 1,470 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.3% |
| Psychiatric TechnicianSOC 29-2053 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $50,840U.S. $45,130 | $55,030 | 1,450 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +22.3% |
| Aircraft MechanicSOC 49-3011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $93,910U.S. $79,870 | $92,900 | 1,440 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.4% |
| Surgical TechSOC 29-2055 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $78,750U.S. $64,650 | $77,300 | 1,430 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.0% |
| Artists and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 27-1019 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $125,050U.S. $71,240 | $122,080 | 1,410 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Financial Risk SpecialistsSOC 13-2054 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $126,510U.S. $117,330 | $133,240 | 1,400 | Bachelor's degree | +7.4% |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and TechniciansSOC 29-2031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $93,030U.S. $74,310 | $92,550 | 1,390 | Associate's degree | +3.7% |
| GlazierSOC 47-2121 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $63,310U.S. $57,080 | $66,770 | 1,380 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| MicrobiologistSOC 19-1022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $114,800U.S. $87,990 | $122,560 | 1,370 | Bachelor's degree | +6.2% |
| General Internal Medicine PhysiciansSOC 29-1216 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $223,250U.S. $256,560 | $227,190 | 1,370 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary SchoolSOC 25-2032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $81,120U.S. $66,270 | $86,960 | 1,360 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Transportation Security ScreenersSOC 33-9093 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $69,910U.S. $66,770 | $66,970 | 1,360 | High school diploma or equivalent | -4.2% |
| Protective Service Workers, All OtherSOC 33-9099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,780U.S. $42,540 | $76,520 | 1,350 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.0% |
| Physical Therapy AssistantSOC 31-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $78,790U.S. $68,380 | $78,360 | 1,340 | Associate's degree | +23.0% |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and WallSOC 47-2131 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,900U.S. $49,120 | $54,280 | 1,330 | No formal educational credential | +2.4% |
| DispatcherSOC 43-5031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $61,260U.S. $53,040 | $63,710 | 1,320 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| Helpers--ElectriciansSOC 47-3013 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $47,470U.S. $42,670 | $47,080 | 1,320 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.6% |
| EstheticianSOC 39-5094 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,620U.S. $45,330 | $57,460 | 1,300 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +8.8% |
| Industrial Production ManagerSOC 11-3051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $137,860U.S. $126,060 | $155,230 | 1,290 | Bachelor's degree | +2.6% |
| Library AssistantSOC 43-4121 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,820U.S. $36,910 | $46,870 | 1,290 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.4% |
| Tour and Travel GuidesSOC 39-7010 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,130U.S. $38,120 | $45,490 | 1,280 | n/a | n/a |
| Urban PlannerSOC 19-3051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $104,770U.S. $89,320 | $110,410 | 1,250 | Master's degree | +3.9% |
| Personal Care and Service Workers, All OtherSOC 39-9099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $35,300U.S. $41,600 | $37,630 | 1,240 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.9% |
| Insurance Claims and Policy Processing ClerksSOC 43-9041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $58,580U.S. $49,230 | $59,130 | 1,230 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| NutritionistSOC 29-1031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $81,750U.S. $76,400 | $84,880 | 1,220 | Bachelor's degree | +7.7% |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1121 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $80,190U.S. $78,620 | $92,130 | 1,200 | Master's degree | +2.2% |
| Advertising Sales AgentsSOC 41-3011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $71,620U.S. $64,820 | $87,280 | 1,190 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.2% |
| Tax PreparerSOC 13-2082 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $57,890U.S. $54,920 | $63,470 | 1,150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.7% |
| Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and FinishersSOC 51-2028 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $47,430U.S. $45,850 | $49,780 | 1,140 | n/a | n/a |
| Postal Service ClerksSOC 43-5051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $64,630U.S. $62,130 | $64,350 | 1,130 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| Training and Development ManagersSOC 11-3131 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $143,640U.S. $133,000 | $159,650 | 1,080 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| OpticianSOC 29-2081 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $59,520U.S. $47,260 | $57,120 | 1,080 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Sterile Processing TechnicianSOC 31-9093 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $50,600U.S. $47,700 | $54,410 | 1,070 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.8% |
| Credit AnalystSOC 13-2041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $114,700U.S. $83,510 | $120,420 | 1,060 | Bachelor's degree | -4.3% |
| PhotographerSOC 27-4021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $54,530U.S. $44,660 | $70,220 | 1,060 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| IronworkerSOC 47-2221 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $68,320U.S. $62,780 | $67,480 | 1,060 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.1% |
| Baggage Porters and BellhopsSOC 39-6011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $38,700U.S. $37,080 | $39,900 | 1,050 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.0% |
| English Language and Literature Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1123 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $82,080U.S. $78,760 | $91,410 | 1,030 | Doctoral or professional degree | +0.0% |
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All OtherSOC 29-9099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $107,650U.S. $65,790 | $101,190 | 1,030 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.1% |
| Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine RepairersSOC 49-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $53,420U.S. $47,810 | $55,630 | 1,030 | Some college, no degree | -3.0% |
| Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All OtherSOC 25-9099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $59,970U.S. $50,890 | $67,130 | 1,020 | Bachelor's degree | +1.8% |
| Sales EngineerSOC 41-9031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $153,410U.S. $124,900 | $147,880 | 1,010 | Bachelor's degree | +2.8% |
| Couriers and MessengersSOC 43-5021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,840U.S. $39,200 | $47,060 | 1,010 | High school diploma or equivalent | +8.0% |
| Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment OperatorsSOC 47-2071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $58,800U.S. $53,340 | $60,280 | 980 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| Tire Repairers and ChangersSOC 49-3093 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $48,320U.S. $37,710 | $50,310 | 980 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Medical Equipment RepairersSOC 49-9062 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $63,960U.S. $61,660 | $71,420 | 980 | Associate's degree | +12.6% |
| Museum Technicians and ConservatorsSOC 25-4013 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $79,230U.S. $51,440 | $82,630 | 970 | Bachelor's degree | +3.6% |
| Stationary Engineers and Boiler OperatorsSOC 51-8021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $91,480U.S. $78,620 | $89,430 | 970 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.1% |
| Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue AgentsSOC 13-2081 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $81,320U.S. $62,370 | $88,220 | 960 | Bachelor's degree | -1.0% |
| Biological Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1042 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $82,520U.S. $84,620 | $105,000 | 960 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.3% |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool OperatorsSOC 51-9161 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,220U.S. $50,690 | $44,220 | 960 | High school diploma or equivalent | -9.4% |
| Helpers--Production WorkersSOC 51-9198 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $42,950U.S. $39,070 | $45,560 | 950 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.2% |
| Production Workers, All OtherSOC 51-9199 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $47,540U.S. $40,110 | $55,220 | 950 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.8% |
| Computer Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $97,940U.S. $96,980 | $109,440 | 940 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.9% |
| Helpers, Construction Trades, All OtherSOC 47-3019 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,350U.S. $42,670 | $49,550 | 930 | No formal educational credential | -1.0% |
| Ophthalmic Medical TechniciansSOC 29-2057 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,050U.S. $45,570 | $51,470 | 920 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +21.4% |
| Order ClerksSOC 43-4151 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $47,580U.S. $46,170 | $50,840 | 920 | Some college, no degree | -17.5% |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and GreenhouseSOC 45-2092 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $39,750U.S. $35,660 | $41,930 | 920 | No formal educational credential | -2.4% |
| Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and SteamfittersSOC 47-3015 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $46,840U.S. $42,360 | $47,310 | 920 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.4% |
| Social Workers, All OtherSOC 21-1029 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $93,220U.S. $71,900 | $90,000 | 910 | Bachelor's degree | +2.3% |
| Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9124 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $57,660U.S. $48,250 | $64,790 | 910 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| UnderwriterSOC 13-2053 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $90,990U.S. $81,370 | $101,440 | 900 | Bachelor's degree | -3.8% |
| Financial ExaminersSOC 13-2061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $157,560U.S. $94,160 | $165,530 | 890 | Bachelor's degree | +9.3% |
| Special Education Teachers, All OtherSOC 25-2059 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $79,880U.S. $76,580 | $80,870 | 890 | Bachelor's degree | +1.9% |
| Surveying and Mapping TechniciansSOC 17-3031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $59,960U.S. $54,240 | $66,510 | 880 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| Education Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1081 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $78,820U.S. $75,350 | $80,070 | 880 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.5% |
| ESL TeacherSOC 25-3011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,940U.S. $61,540 | $69,690 | 880 | Bachelor's degree | -13.9% |
| Highway Maintenance WorkersSOC 47-4051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $60,810U.S. $50,260 | $61,210 | 880 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Landscape ArchitectSOC 17-1012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $89,350U.S. $79,870 | $95,820 | 850 | Bachelor's degree | +4.4% |
| SurveyorSOC 17-1022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $74,920U.S. $75,440 | $81,710 | 850 | Bachelor's degree | +5.8% |
| PastorSOC 21-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $61,170U.S. $60,810 | $67,080 | 850 | Bachelor's degree | +2.4% |
| Nuclear EngineerSOC 17-2161 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $180,360U.S. $133,970 | $169,110 | 840 | Bachelor's degree | +0.4% |
| Probation OfficerSOC 21-1092 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $73,610U.S. $66,270 | $74,830 | 840 | Bachelor's degree | +3.0% |
| ParamedicSOC 29-2043 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $75,190U.S. $60,600 | $78,310 | 840 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.7% |
| Procurement ClerksSOC 43-3061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $60,650U.S. $50,580 | $61,650 | 840 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.1% |
| Property Appraisers and AssessorsSOC 13-2020 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $82,150U.S. $67,960 | $87,770 | 830 | n/a | n/a |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $79,330U.S. $64,950 | $83,880 | 830 | Associate's degree | +3.2% |
| Creative DirectorSOC 27-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $105,990U.S. $114,850 | $111,400 | 820 | Bachelor's degree | +4.2% |
| Environmental EngineerSOC 17-2081 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $120,580U.S. $107,110 | $122,100 | 810 | Bachelor's degree | +6.3% |
| MRI TechSOC 29-2035 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $109,110U.S. $95,480 | $113,120 | 810 | Associate's degree | +7.7% |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial EquipmentSOC 49-2094 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $81,690U.S. $74,090 | $84,130 | 810 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +0.3% |
| Labor Relations SpecialistsSOC 13-1075 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $105,210U.S. $95,420 | $113,450 | 790 | Bachelor's degree | +2.1% |
| Mathematical Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $81,880U.S. $79,940 | $91,840 | 790 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.7% |
| Private InvestigatorSOC 33-9021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,300U.S. $51,220 | $73,200 | 790 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.5% |
| Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and TendersSOC 51-9111 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $41,350U.S. $43,220 | $45,200 | 790 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| Passenger AttendantsSOC 53-6061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $49,190U.S. $37,720 | $47,930 | 790 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.0% |
| Demonstrators and Product PromotersSOC 41-9011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $39,900U.S. $39,320 | $45,410 | 780 | No formal educational credential | +0.2% |
| Psychologists, All OtherSOC 19-3039 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $129,730U.S. $110,840 | $130,850 | 770 | Master's degree | +2.3% |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1194 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $60,290U.S. $63,820 | $70,480 | 770 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| OptometristSOC 29-1041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $154,690U.S. $136,570 | $151,330 | 770 | Doctoral or professional degree | +9.5% |
| Emergency Medicine PhysicianSOC 29-1214 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $239,200 or moreU.S. $335,550 | $239,200 or more | 770 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.2% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All OtherSOC 33-1099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $57,950U.S. $76,400 | $67,500 | 770 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1072 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $94,740U.S. $80,250 | $94,070 | 750 | Doctoral or professional degree | +17.1% |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench CarpentersSOC 51-7011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $54,890U.S. $46,680 | $54,790 | 750 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.9% |
| Cartographers and PhotogrammetristsSOC 17-1021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $86,660U.S. $81,390 | $99,020 | 740 | Bachelor's degree | +7.4% |
| Law Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1112 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $134,090U.S. $128,500 | $145,820 | 740 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.6% |
| Dietetic TechnicianSOC 29-2051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $37,060U.S. $37,640 | $41,500 | 740 | Associate's degree | +2.7% |
| OrderliesSOC 31-1132 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $39,160U.S. $38,290 | $42,940 | 720 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| TelemarketerSOC 41-9041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,200U.S. $35,450 | $40,880 | 720 | No formal educational credential | -21.4% |
| Marine Engineers and Naval ArchitectsSOC 17-2121 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $159,700U.S. $112,230 | $151,650 | 710 | Bachelor's degree | +6.7% |
| Psychology Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1066 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $100,980U.S. $80,340 | $106,560 | 710 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| Broadcast TechniciansSOC 27-4012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $75,010U.S. $59,570 | $84,150 | 710 | Associate's degree | -3.1% |
| Maintenance WorkerSOC 49-9043 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $60,960U.S. $60,850 | $61,730 | 710 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| MeteorologistSOC 19-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $117,600U.S. $99,070 | $127,450 | 700 | Bachelor's degree | +2.6% |
| Physical Therapist AidesSOC 31-2022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,780U.S. $35,240 | $35,800 | 700 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Surgical AssistantSOC 29-9093 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,410U.S. $66,800 | $82,880 | 680 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +6.1% |
| Print Binding and Finishing WorkersSOC 51-5113 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $49,420U.S. $42,290 | $60,110 | 680 | High school diploma or equivalent | -17.5% |
| Lodging ManagersSOC 11-9081 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $77,600U.S. $69,250 | $95,470 | 670 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.8% |
| ArchivistSOC 25-4011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $84,590U.S. $64,550 | $88,250 | 670 | Master's degree | +3.4% |
| Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All OtherSOC 27-4099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $121,680U.S. $70,720 | $115,610 | 670 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.6% |
| Tree Trimmers and PrunersSOC 37-3013 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,700U.S. $50,960 | $53,010 | 670 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Materials EngineerSOC 17-2131 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $140,640U.S. $112,860 | $145,070 | 660 | Bachelor's degree | +7.5% |
| Forensic ScientistSOC 19-4092 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $85,070U.S. $72,060 | $92,220 | 660 | Bachelor's degree | +13.3% |
| Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing OfficersSOC 23-1021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $151,990U.S. $117,860 | $145,610 | 660 | Doctoral or professional degree | +0.0% |
| Travel AgentSOC 41-3041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $50,650U.S. $50,160 | $56,720 | 660 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.2% |
| PipelayersSOC 47-2151 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $55,320U.S. $49,000 | $55,910 | 660 | No formal educational credential | -3.1% |
| Sewing Machine OperatorsSOC 51-6031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $41,410U.S. $36,670 | $43,480 | 660 | No formal educational credential | -15.1% |
| Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1124 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $79,510U.S. $79,350 | $90,280 | 650 | Doctoral or professional degree | +0.2% |
| Animal TrainerSOC 39-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,460U.S. $39,990 | $68,840 | 650 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Chemical EngineerSOC 17-2041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $132,820U.S. $125,040 | $135,740 | 640 | Bachelor's degree | +4.7% |
| Office Machine Operators, Except ComputerSOC 43-9071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $40,980U.S. $40,960 | $45,400 | 630 | High school diploma or equivalent | -14.9% |
| Helpers--CarpentersSOC 47-3012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,380U.S. $43,780 | $46,200 | 630 | No formal educational credential | -1.7% |
| Survey ResearchersSOC 19-3022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $97,780U.S. $69,460 | $101,780 | 620 | Master's degree | -4.8% |
| Medical TranscriptionistSOC 31-9094 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,540U.S. $40,410 | $39,570 | 620 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -4.4% |
| MachinistSOC 51-4041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $68,850U.S. $58,750 | $75,140 | 620 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.0% |
| Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $57,900U.S. $51,610 | $62,450 | 620 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.7% |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including HealthSOC 19-4042 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $57,150U.S. $55,090 | $59,610 | 610 | Associate's degree | +6.9% |
| Title ExaminerSOC 23-2093 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,630U.S. $58,650 | $64,940 | 610 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.1% |
| Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine MechanicsSOC 49-3053 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $51,970U.S. $47,880 | $55,830 | 610 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.3% |
| Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, RecordkeepingSOC 43-5111 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $48,760U.S. $46,380 | $48,670 | 600 | High school diploma or equivalent | -4.8% |
| Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical DoorSOC 49-9012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $75,950U.S. $74,340 | $77,760 | 600 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.3% |
| Compensation and Benefits ManagersSOC 11-3111 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $171,950U.S. $149,230 | $186,990 | 590 | Bachelor's degree | +1.1% |
| Engineering Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $126,210U.S. $109,270 | $126,620 | 590 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.8% |
| Health Information Technologists and Medical RegistrarsSOC 29-9021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $66,570U.S. $68,020 | $79,540 | 590 | Associate's degree | +15.9% |
| Food BatchmakersSOC 51-3092 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,400U.S. $42,290 | $39,770 | 590 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.5% |
| Chemical Equipment Operators and TendersSOC 51-9011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $72,660U.S. $58,040 | $69,380 | 590 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| Floral DesignerSOC 27-1023 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $44,400U.S. $37,360 | $45,130 | 580 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.6% |
| ShampooersSOC 39-5093 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,410U.S. $32,600 | $35,200 | 580 | No formal educational credential | +5.6% |
| Switchboard Operators, Including Answering ServiceSOC 43-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $45,750U.S. $38,630 | $46,910 | 580 | High school diploma or equivalent | -26.0% |
| Miscellaneous Construction and Related WorkersSOC 47-4090 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $53,990U.S. $49,910 | $54,860 | 580 | n/a | n/a |
| Pharmacy AidesSOC 31-9095 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $40,160U.S. $37,680 | $42,440 | 570 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| Cargo and Freight AgentsSOC 43-5011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $56,300U.S. $52,260 | $56,080 | 570 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.2% |
| Video EditorSOC 27-4032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $91,750U.S. $75,420 | $92,460 | 560 | Bachelor's degree | +3.7% |
| Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except GamblingSOC 11-9072 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $94,220U.S. $79,520 | $100,660 | 550 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| PediatricianSOC 29-1221 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $172,520U.S. $210,040 | $185,710 | 550 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.5% |
| PsychiatristSOC 29-1223 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $246,990U.S. $281,870 | $234,640 | 550 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.2% |
| Brokerage ClerksSOC 43-4011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,860U.S. $65,750 | $75,500 | 550 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.6% |
| Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and TrimmersSOC 51-3022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,670U.S. $38,300 | $36,090 | 550 | No formal educational credential | +5.7% |
| Counselors, All OtherSOC 21-1019 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,610U.S. $50,860 | $83,880 | 540 | Master's degree | +5.9% |
| Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface MiningSOC 47-5022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $61,040U.S. $57,430 | $60,630 | 540 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.0% |
| ChiropractorSOC 29-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $97,800U.S. $79,200 | $96,900 | 530 | Doctoral or professional degree | +8.7% |
| ActuarySOC 15-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $144,680U.S. $130,000 | $150,030 | 520 | Bachelor's degree | +9.2% |
| AstronomerSOC 19-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $156,750U.S. $128,820 | $153,770 | 520 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.8% |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1126 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $79,310U.S. $80,260 | $88,680 | 510 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.0% |
| Commercial PilotSOC 53-2012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $125,850U.S. $123,220 | $148,260 | 510 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.2% |
| Camera OperatorSOC 27-4031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $83,320U.S. $74,990 | $88,700 | 500 | Bachelor's degree | +1.3% |
| Sales and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 41-9099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $43,500U.S. $48,280 | $71,590 | 500 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.1% |
| Hazardous Materials Removal WorkersSOC 47-4041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $48,390U.S. $49,450 | $51,760 | 500 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.5% |
| Biochemists and BiophysicistsSOC 19-1021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $103,660U.S. $127,410 | $108,630 | 490 | Doctoral or professional degree | +12.3% |
| Conservation ScientistsSOC 19-1031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $99,360U.S. $73,010 | $108,770 | 490 | Bachelor's degree | +5.3% |
| Communications Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1122 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $83,810U.S. $78,580 | $95,580 | 490 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.1% |
| Food Cooking Machine Operators and TendersSOC 51-3093 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,790U.S. $41,590 | $37,390 | 490 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.3% |
| Prepress Technicians and WorkersSOC 51-5111 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,670U.S. $48,690 | $74,030 | 490 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -15.3% |
| Dental Laboratory TechnicianSOC 51-9081 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,250U.S. $49,610 | $63,460 | 490 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.9% |
| Aircraft Service AttendantsSOC 53-6032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,140U.S. $40,450 | $46,120 | 490 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.6% |
| Directors, Religious Activities and EducationSOC 21-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,650U.S. $52,100 | $73,850 | 480 | Bachelor's degree | +3.3% |
| Therapists, All OtherSOC 29-1129 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,630U.S. $77,930 | $92,100 | 480 | Bachelor's degree | +12.6% |
| Biomedical EngineerSOC 17-2031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $110,390U.S. $109,370 | $118,830 | 470 | Bachelor's degree | +7.6% |
| Chemical TechnicianSOC 19-4031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,880U.S. $60,390 | $61,490 | 470 | Associate's degree | +4.9% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Correctional OfficersSOC 33-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $99,510U.S. $77,970 | $100,770 | 470 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.5% |
| ActorSOC 27-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. not published | not published | 450 | Some college, no degree | +0.0% |
| Tile and Stone SettersSOC 47-2044 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,180U.S. $55,690 | $53,370 | 450 | No formal educational credential | +9.8% |
| Credit CounselorsSOC 13-2071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,930U.S. $52,230 | $66,950 | 440 | Bachelor's degree | +3.3% |
| Special Education Teachers, PreschoolSOC 25-2051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $82,760U.S. $64,830 | $89,050 | 440 | Bachelor's degree | +2.4% |
| CRNASOC 29-1151 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $223,150U.S. $236,590 | $252,210 | 440 | Master's degree | +9.7% |
| Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and InspectorsSOC 17-2111 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $125,760U.S. $115,160 | $123,700 | 420 | Bachelor's degree | +5.4% |
| History TeacherSOC 25-1125 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $96,840U.S. $83,820 | $102,090 | 420 | Doctoral or professional degree | +0.0% |
| Set and Exhibit DesignersSOC 27-1027 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $82,960U.S. $75,240 | $84,350 | 420 | Bachelor's degree | +1.4% |
| Occupational Therapy AssistantSOC 31-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $88,250U.S. $72,300 | $85,400 | 420 | Associate's degree | +21.5% |
| Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble SettersSOC 47-3011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,030U.S. $47,550 | $44,710 | 420 | No formal educational credential | -11.7% |
| HistorianSOC 19-3093 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $115,690U.S. $76,750 | $115,390 | 410 | Master's degree | +3.0% |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle SchoolSOC 25-2023 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $77,320U.S. $65,030 | $78,350 | 410 | Bachelor's degree | -0.5% |
| MusicianSOC 27-2042 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. not published | not published | 410 | No formal educational credential | +0.3% |
| Funeral AttendantsSOC 39-4021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,500U.S. $35,680 | $41,790 | 410 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Crane OperatorSOC 53-7021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $92,120U.S. $68,080 | $83,830 | 410 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.8% |
| Elevator MechanicSOC 47-4021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $122,260U.S. $109,910 | $115,270 | 400 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.7% |
| Athletic TrainerSOC 29-9091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $75,390U.S. $62,520 | $79,730 | 390 | Master's degree | +12.7% |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and FittersSOC 51-2041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,020U.S. $51,330 | $61,550 | 390 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.2% |
| Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related MaterialsSOC 51-6021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,050U.S. $35,060 | $35,450 | 390 | No formal educational credential | -15.7% |
| EpidemiologistSOC 19-1041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $112,780U.S. $87,220 | $114,640 | 380 | Master's degree | +18.7% |
| JudgeSOC 23-1023 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $104,000U.S. $153,990 | $126,100 | 380 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.8% |
| Recreational TherapistSOC 29-1125 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $71,050U.S. $61,960 | $72,990 | 380 | Bachelor's degree | +4.8% |
| Cooks, All OtherSOC 35-2019 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $31,880U.S. $37,690 | $39,750 | 380 | No formal educational credential | +5.2% |
| Plant and System Operators, All OtherSOC 51-8099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $83,760U.S. $62,470 | $81,290 | 380 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.3% |
| Transportation Workers, All OtherSOC 53-6099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,710U.S. $45,650 | $60,620 | 380 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Insulation Workers, MechanicalSOC 47-2132 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,630U.S. $58,340 | $69,460 | 370 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.1% |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3027 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $77,480U.S. $74,510 | $80,290 | 360 | Associate's degree | +1.3% |
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1062 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $101,700U.S. $85,020 | $121,270 | 360 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.7% |
| Economics Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1063 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $155,060U.S. $123,920 | $161,520 | 360 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.4% |
| Food Processing Workers, All OtherSOC 51-3099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,640U.S. $39,680 | $40,680 | 350 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9023 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,900U.S. $48,990 | $59,630 | 350 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.1% |
| Conveyor Operators and TendersSOC 53-7011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $43,120U.S. $42,420 | $44,440 | 350 | No formal educational credential | -2.6% |
| Life Scientists, All OtherSOC 19-1099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $126,120U.S. $93,750 | $139,090 | 340 | Bachelor's degree | +6.3% |
| Physics Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1054 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $95,430U.S. $100,310 | $100,980 | 340 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.4% |
| Surgeons, All OtherSOC 29-1249 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $224,860U.S. $414,010 | $252,380 | 340 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| Mechanical Door RepairersSOC 49-9011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,270U.S. $55,720 | $57,480 | 330 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.4% |
| Home Appliance RepairersSOC 49-9031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,840U.S. $50,990 | $71,520 | 330 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3026 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $72,440U.S. $66,120 | $79,650 | 320 | Associate's degree | +3.1% |
| GeologistSOC 19-2042 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $132,620U.S. $101,920 | $136,890 | 320 | Bachelor's degree | +5.1% |
| Music Directors and ComposersSOC 27-2041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,760U.S. $73,710 | $89,970 | 320 | Bachelor's degree | +1.2% |
| Parking Enforcement WorkersSOC 33-3041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,640U.S. $46,730 | $59,760 | 320 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.1% |
| Word Processors and TypistsSOC 43-9022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,180U.S. $49,280 | $51,980 | 320 | High school diploma or equivalent | -34.4% |
| Emergency Management DirectorsSOC 11-9161 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $163,220U.S. $93,330 | $155,300 | 310 | Bachelor's degree | +3.9% |
| Chemistry TeacherSOC 25-1052 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $98,170U.S. $93,250 | $108,140 | 310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.3% |
| Nurse MidwifeSOC 29-1161 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $149,170U.S. $134,040 | $141,440 | 310 | Master's degree | +11.5% |
| Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and RepairersSOC 49-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,070U.S. $63,520 | $84,300 | 310 | Associate's degree | +1.2% |
| PodiatristSOC 29-1081 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $157,500U.S. $160,300 | $186,050 | 300 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.0% |
| Financial Clerks, All OtherSOC 43-3099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $73,030U.S. $53,830 | $73,730 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.0% |
| Meter ReaderSOC 43-5041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,810U.S. $48,150 | $51,540 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.5% |
| Locksmiths and Safe RepairersSOC 49-9094 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,720U.S. $51,320 | $65,560 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | -11.7% |
| Traffic TechniciansSOC 53-6041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,100U.S. $59,090 | $69,900 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Transportation InspectorsSOC 53-6051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $97,170U.S. $92,100 | $102,540 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.2% |
| AnimatorSOC 27-1014 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $92,760U.S. $102,030 | $97,630 | 290 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc JockeysSOC 27-3011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $75,710U.S. $47,340 | $108,340 | 290 | Bachelor's degree | -7.6% |
| Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural AnimalsSOC 45-2093 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,100U.S. $36,670 | $55,330 | 290 | No formal educational credential | -3.2% |
| ForesterSOC 19-1032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $74,710U.S. $76,400 | $85,330 | 280 | Bachelor's degree | +2.2% |
| GeographerSOC 19-3092 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $118,290U.S. $102,040 | $114,830 | 280 | Bachelor's degree | -2.1% |
| RiggerSOC 49-9096 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $69,030U.S. $62,640 | $66,270 | 280 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| ZoologistSOC 19-1023 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $104,330U.S. $76,780 | $115,330 | 270 | Bachelor's degree | +3.6% |
| CuratorSOC 25-4012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $87,400U.S. $63,420 | $93,030 | 270 | Master's degree | +4.9% |
| Media and Communication Workers, All OtherSOC 27-3099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,070U.S. $73,620 | $69,480 | 270 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| Radiation TherapistSOC 29-1124 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $108,450U.S. $105,310 | $119,560 | 270 | Associate's degree | +2.8% |
| Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation EquipmentSOC 49-2093 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $98,850U.S. $84,890 | $94,380 | 270 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.4% |
| Automotive Glass Installers and RepairersSOC 49-3022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,140U.S. $47,630 | $53,130 | 270 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.7% |
| Ophthalmic Laboratory TechniciansSOC 51-9083 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,170U.S. $39,460 | $41,560 | 270 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.2% |
| Marriage And Family TherapistSOC 21-1013 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $95,460U.S. $66,940 | $90,950 | 260 | Master's degree | +13.5% |
| BailiffsSOC 33-3011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,240U.S. $56,600 | $63,640 | 260 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe CleanersSOC 47-4071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,420U.S. $49,880 | $56,950 | 260 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.8% |
| Audiovisual Equipment Installers and RepairersSOC 49-2097 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,140U.S. $52,600 | $65,430 | 260 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +4.8% |
| Machine Feeders and OffbearersSOC 53-7063 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,160U.S. $41,220 | $38,860 | 260 | No formal educational credential | -13.1% |
| Advertising and Promotions ManagersSOC 11-2011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $143,040U.S. $133,660 | $158,410 | 250 | Bachelor's degree | -3.7% |
| Electrical and Electronics DraftersSOC 17-3012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $81,230U.S. $76,870 | $89,350 | 250 | Associate's degree | -3.4% |
| ArchaeologistSOC 19-3091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $87,400U.S. $70,770 | $89,890 | 250 | Master's degree | +6.0% |
| Occupational Health and Safety TechniciansSOC 19-5012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $73,560U.S. $61,560 | $75,140 | 250 | High school diploma or equivalent | +19.4% |
| Nuclear Medicine TechnologistSOC 29-2033 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $109,900U.S. $101,370 | $111,370 | 250 | Associate's degree | +4.4% |
| Orthotists and ProsthetistsSOC 29-2091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $82,830U.S. $81,110 | $76,170 | 250 | Master's degree | +12.9% |
| Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard TilesSOC 47-2042 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,970U.S. $56,460 | $54,650 | 250 | No formal educational credential | +9.0% |
| Rail Car RepairersSOC 49-3043 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $103,540U.S. $67,530 | $93,690 | 250 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4081 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,610U.S. $47,180 | $52,040 | 250 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.6% |
| Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All OtherSOC 25-1069 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,060U.S. $72,990 | $92,670 | 240 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.6% |
| Sound EngineerSOC 27-4014 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $79,990U.S. $73,130 | $90,620 | 240 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -3.1% |
| MorticianSOC 39-4031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,440U.S. $55,010 | $66,910 | 240 | Associate's degree | +3.0% |
| Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except SawingSOC 51-7042 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,990U.S. $43,380 | $49,630 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.5% |
| Power Plant OperatorSOC 51-8013 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $92,320U.S. $102,040 | $91,270 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.1% |
| Soil and Plant ScientistsSOC 19-1013 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $95,870U.S. $78,850 | $107,020 | 230 | Bachelor's degree | +6.7% |
| Farm and Home Management EducatorsSOC 25-9021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $79,780U.S. $60,220 | $81,810 | 230 | Master's degree | -3.2% |
| TailorSOC 51-6052 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $55,000U.S. $41,640 | $54,780 | 230 | No formal educational credential | -8.8% |
| Social Work Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1113 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $91,900U.S. $77,570 | $100,400 | 220 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.6% |
| Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room AttendantsSOC 39-3093 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,750U.S. $36,300 | $42,480 | 220 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.4% |
| Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-4122 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,820U.S. $47,920 | $51,700 | 220 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.9% |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1111 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $74,440U.S. $76,590 | $90,940 | 210 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.5% |
| Bicycle RepairersSOC 49-3091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,860U.S. $42,780 | $47,900 | 210 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.7% |
| Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and RepairersSOC 49-9091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,820U.S. $47,450 | $51,730 | 210 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.4% |
| MathematicianSOC 15-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $164,470U.S. $126,710 | $157,500 | 200 | Master's degree | +0.6% |
| Religious Workers, All OtherSOC 21-2099 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $41,410U.S. $45,280 | $54,880 | 200 | Bachelor's degree | +1.5% |
| Environmental Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1053 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $104,810U.S. $94,980 | $119,560 | 200 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.7% |
| Sociology Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1067 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $97,580U.S. $84,290 | $106,670 | 200 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.2% |
| AnesthesiologistSOC 29-1211 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $397,210U.S. $391,490 | $326,660 | 200 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.6% |
| Mechanical DraftersSOC 17-3013 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,600U.S. $71,550 | $84,320 | 190 | Associate's degree | -6.0% |
| Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $85,320U.S. $82,890 | $93,590 | 190 | Associate's degree | +11.9% |
| ArbitratorSOC 23-1022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $109,920U.S. $75,530 | $114,720 | 190 | Bachelor's degree | +4.7% |
| DancerSOC 27-2031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. not published | not published | 190 | No formal educational credential | +2.2% |
| NeurologistSOC 29-1217 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $161,560U.S. $248,560 | $208,430 | 190 | Doctoral or professional degree | +6.4% |
| Grounds Maintenance Workers, All OtherSOC 37-3019 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,280U.S. $46,860 | $54,350 | 190 | No formal educational credential | +3.7% |
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,060U.S. $73,900 | $83,720 | 180 | Associate's degree | +2.6% |
| Court ReporterSOC 27-3092 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,880U.S. $72,420 | $61,130 | 180 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -0.1% |
| Building Cleaning Workers, All OtherSOC 37-2019 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,800U.S. $44,040 | $49,580 | 180 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| StonemasonsSOC 47-2022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,180U.S. $57,390 | $51,880 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.4% |
| UpholsterersSOC 51-6093 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,520U.S. $46,340 | $43,640 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.3% |
| Gas Plant OperatorsSOC 51-8092 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $99,880U.S. $87,820 | $94,920 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.0% |
| Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,600U.S. $46,570 | $47,860 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and RelaySOC 49-2095 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $105,160U.S. $103,020 | $104,480 | 170 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +9.7% |
| Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,950U.S. $46,330 | $48,790 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.5% |
| Animal ScientistSOC 19-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $82,810U.S. $68,940 | $96,050 | 160 | Bachelor's degree | +5.8% |
| Judicial Law ClerksSOC 23-1012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,110U.S. $64,920 | $71,840 | 160 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.8% |
| Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports OfficialsSOC 27-2023 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,300U.S. $40,710 | $49,340 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.2% |
| AcupuncturistSOC 29-1291 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $100,920U.S. $76,040 | $86,880 | 160 | Master's degree | +8.6% |
| Animal Control WorkersSOC 33-9011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,510U.S. $45,660 | $60,830 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| New Accounts ClerksSOC 43-4141 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,410U.S. $47,670 | $58,980 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.5% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry WorkersSOC 45-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,910U.S. $59,320 | $65,140 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.8% |
| Carpet InstallersSOC 47-2041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,500U.S. $50,340 | $56,800 | 160 | No formal educational credential | -16.4% |
| Musical Instrument Repairers and TunersSOC 49-9063 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,880U.S. $46,420 | $52,900 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,110U.S. $48,540 | $47,360 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.7% |
| Airfield Operations SpecialistsSOC 53-2022 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $43,930U.S. $56,850 | $62,620 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.8% |
| Drafters, All OtherSOC 17-3019 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,300U.S. $63,520 | $70,120 | 150 | Associate's degree | -7.3% |
| Lighting TechnicianSOC 27-4015 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,090U.S. $68,060 | $67,390 | 150 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -4.8% |
| AudiologistSOC 29-1181 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $102,500U.S. $95,780 | $105,880 | 150 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.0% |
| Gambling Cage WorkersSOC 43-3041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,920U.S. $37,580 | $47,930 | 150 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.1% |
| Graders and Sorters, Agricultural ProductsSOC 45-2041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,170U.S. $35,730 | $48,670 | 150 | No formal educational credential | -3.4% |
| Motorcycle MechanicSOC 49-3052 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,560U.S. $48,580 | $62,540 | 150 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +2.1% |
| Ship CaptainSOC 53-5021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $94,150U.S. $92,460 | $100,520 | 150 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +4.0% |
| Calibration Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3028 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $71,570U.S. $67,820 | $89,920 | 140 | Associate's degree | +4.8% |
| Agricultural TechniciansSOC 19-4012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,730U.S. $49,630 | $57,940 | 140 | Associate's degree | +5.4% |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1061 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $105,960U.S. $99,650 | $114,110 | 140 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.6% |
| Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1193 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $82,780U.S. $77,270 | $90,870 | 140 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.2% |
| Earth Drillers, Except Oil and GasSOC 47-5023 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,770U.S. $60,190 | $65,960 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related RepairersSOC 49-2092 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $56,210 | not published | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.4% |
| Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and PlasticSOC 51-9195 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,800U.S. $46,170 | $50,580 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| Postmasters and Mail SuperintendentsSOC 11-9131 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $97,240U.S. $96,660 | $99,560 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.3% |
| Food Scientists and TechnologistsSOC 19-1012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $113,350U.S. $88,720 | $113,320 | 130 | Bachelor's degree | +6.2% |
| Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $108,220U.S. $103,170 | $116,240 | 130 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.4% |
| Chemical Plant and System OperatorsSOC 51-8091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,640U.S. $78,120 | $69,890 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.2% |
| Funeral Home ManagersSOC 11-9171 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $101,770U.S. $78,790 | $104,400 | 120 | Associate's degree | +4.1% |
| Materials ScientistsSOC 19-2032 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $127,490U.S. $117,790 | $121,680 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | +8.3% |
| Geography Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1064 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $99,560U.S. $97,590 | $120,230 | 120 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.7% |
| Commercial and Industrial DesignersSOC 27-1021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $85,660U.S. $83,910 | $90,900 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | +2.4% |
| Desktop PublishersSOC 43-9031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $72,590U.S. $55,290 | $71,360 | 120 | Associate's degree | -14.5% |
| Proofreaders and Copy MarkersSOC 43-9081 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $55,360U.S. $51,120 | $60,980 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | -0.9% |
| Avionics TechnicianSOC 49-2091 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $99,420U.S. $82,280 | $95,170 | 120 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +9.4% |
| Motorboat Mechanics and Service TechniciansSOC 49-3051 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,600U.S. $57,550 | $74,610 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.9% |
| Sailors and Marine OilersSOC 53-5011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,110U.S. $51,520 | $54,050 | 120 | No formal educational credential | +3.2% |
| Material Moving Workers, All OtherSOC 53-7199 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,170U.S. $41,800 | $52,950 | 120 | No formal educational credential | +2.7% |
| Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and AthletesSOC 13-1011 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $83,360U.S. $82,890 | $127,530 | 110 | Bachelor's degree | +9.7% |
| Architecture Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1031 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $100,560U.S. $96,870 | $105,000 | 110 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.6% |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1041 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $129,920U.S. $98,700 | $143,410 | 110 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.9% |
| Fire Inspectors and InvestigatorsSOC 33-2021 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $87,630U.S. $75,920 | $88,340 | 110 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +4.2% |
| Plasterers and Stucco MasonsSOC 47-2161 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $64,310U.S. $57,660 | $63,350 | 110 | No formal educational credential | +2.8% |
| Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal WorkersSOC 51-9071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $65,370U.S. $52,540 | $68,280 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.2% |
| Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9196 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,350U.S. $50,270 | $44,710 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.6% |
| Forest and Conservation TechniciansSOC 19-4071 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,930U.S. $54,560 | $66,470 | 100 | Associate's degree | -2.1% |
| Occupational Therapy AidesSOC 31-2012 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,840U.S. $39,160 | $57,570 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All OtherSOC 51-4199 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,630U.S. $45,950 | $48,180 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.1% |
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Geography
What area these numbers cover
- Search label
- Washington, DC
- BLS source geography
- Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV
- Geography type
- Metropolitan Statistical Area
- CBSA code
- 47900
- States
- District of Columbia, Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia
- Delineation
- OMB Bulletin 23-01, as used by BLS OEWS May 2025
FAQ
Common questions
What are the highest-paying jobs in Washington, DC?
In the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metropolitan area (CBSA 47900), BLS OEWS counted 3,136,190 jobs in May 2025, with a median annual wage of $71,060 across all occupations. Among occupations whose local estimate meets the reliability rule, the highest medians are Psychiatrist ($246,990), Airline Pilot ($209,750), Physicians, All Other ($208,710).
Is this the city or the metro area?
BLS reports occupational wages for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 47900), which includes Washington, Arlington and Alexandria and surrounding communities. Figures describe that whole area, not Washington city limits. It spans District of Columbia, Virginia, Maryland and West Virginia.
Are these job openings?
No. OEWS employment counts people working in each occupation across the metro in May 2025, not vacancies or hiring.
Method
How this page is built
BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates for every detailed occupation with 100+ jobs in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 47900). Medians and means are OEWS fields; employment counts people working in the occupation (excluding the self-employed), not openings. Typical entry education and outlook are BLS national Employment Projections. Suppressed values are shown as not published and never imputed. Searches this page answers include “careers in washington dc”, “highest paying jobs in washington dc”, “highest paying jobs in dc” (Ahrefs, U.S.).
What this page can't tell you
Sources- City limits: BLS publishes metro-area estimates.
- Job openings or hiring: employment is the number of people working.
- Local outlook: projections shown are national.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 metropolitan-area estimates (2018 SOC; metropolitan statistical areas per OMB Bulletin 23-01), public domain.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program, national occupational projections 2025–35 (no metro projections are published in this dataset).
- U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities, 2024 (released February 19, 2026).