Cartographers and Photogrammetrists Salary in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV

Median annual salary $96,270 +22.8% vs national
Median hourly $46.29
10th percentile $56,380
90th percentile $146,390
Employed locally 690
National median $78,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,380
    25th
    $73,630
    50th (median)
    $96,270
    75th
    $124,100
    90th
    $146,390

    Washington economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $123,896 2023 • Census ACS
    Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary vs area income 78% Median Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary is 22% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $133,730
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $130,710
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $128,410
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $122,740
    District of Columbia $117,960
    California $106,610

    Related occupations in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $100,370
    Engineers, All Other $162,610
    Mechanical Engineers $121,060
    Electrical Engineers $136,820
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $106,120
    Aerospace Engineers $157,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Cartographers and Photogrammetrists make per hour in Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV is $46.29, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.24 or more per hour.

    Is Washington above or below average for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salaries?

    The median Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV is 22.8% above the national median of $78,380. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in Washington?

    Entry-level Cartographers and Photogrammetrists (10th percentile) earn around $56,380 per year in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,630.