Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| District of Columbia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $101,020 | $68,972 | +46% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.57 | $33.16 | +46% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $91,920.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Plumber in District of Columbia is $101,020, or about $48.57 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Plumbers is $68,972. District of Columbia is +46% above the national median.
Entry-level plumbers in District of Columbia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,010 plumber jobs on record and a median salary of $101,020, District of Columbia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.