How much do computer programmers make in District of Columbia?

The median wage for computer programmers in District of Columbia is Not reported (Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025). There are about 230 jobs in the state.

Where in District of Columbia do computer programmers earn the most?

Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV has the highest median wage in the state for this occupation at $130,390 a year.

Checked Oct 30, 2026

Computer Programmers Salary in District of Columbia

Computer Programmers in District of Columbia earn a median Not reported.

Median in DC: Not reported
U.S. median: $100,390 a year
Employment: 230
Location quotient: 0.54; Share of jobs vs. U.S. (1.00 = same)

Computer Programmers pay by metro area in District of Columbia

Includes metro areas that cross into this state and nonmetropolitan areas

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Area	Median wage	Employment
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV	$130,390	2,680

H-1B filings for computer programmers in District of Columbia

FY 2026 through Q3, by work location

Details

43 certified filings with a median offered wage of $97,000.

Frequently asked questions

How much do computer programmers make in District of Columbia?: The median wage for computer programmers in District of Columbia is Not reported (Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025). There are about 230 jobs in the state.
Where in District of Columbia do computer programmers earn the most?: Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV has the highest median wage in the state for this occupation at $130,390 a year.

Pay range in District of Columbia

Median (50%): Not reported
Mean (average): Not reported
10th percentile: Not reported
25th percentile: Not reported
75th percentile: Not reported
90th percentile: Not reported
Employment: 230 (estimate error ±29.0%)
Jobs per 1,000: 0.32
Location quotient: 0.54 (1.00 = national share)

Data sources

Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Official site
H-1B Labor Condition Application (LCA) Disclosure DataU.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification · Official site

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