Bookkeeper Salary in Washington, DC
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$55,463
Hourly Rate
$26.66
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,729
employed
Bookkeeper Salary Range in Washington, DC
Annual Salary Range
$35k
10th percentile
$45k
25th
$67k
75th
$81k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $34,743 | $16.70 |
| 25th Percentile | $44,869 | $21.57 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $55,463 | $26.66 |
| 75th Percentile | $67,253 | $32.33 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $81,376 | $39.12 |
| Average (Mean) | $59,214 | $28.47 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Bookkeeper salary in Washington, DC is $55,463 per year or $26.66 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Washington, DC Compares
vs National Average
$47,440
vs District of Columbia Average
$46,638
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$39,588
Cost of living in Washington, DC is 40.1% above the national average.
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