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Salaries in DC

Real salary data across 1 cities in DC.

1
Cities
$118,557
Avg Median Salary
153
Avg COL Index
52
Data Points

Cities in DC

Frequently Asked Questions

Across 1 tracked cities in DC, the average median salary is $118,557. Cost of living averages 153% of the national average.

Washington, DC leads with an average median salary of $118,557 across 52 tracked roles.

The average cost-of-living index across cities in DC is 153 (national avg = 100). Higher salaries in expensive cities may not translate to greater purchasing power. Use our COL-adjusted figures for fair comparisons.

Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, MERIC Cost of Living Index
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