Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists Salary in District of Columbia

As of May 2025, the median annual wage for market research analysts and marketing specialists in District of Columbia was $98,090 +24.5% vs national

District of Columbia vs United States

District of ColumbiaUnited States
Median annual$98,090$78,760
Median hourly$47.16$37.87
Employment6,340899,580
Location quotient1.561.00

Data source: BLS OES state file (District of Columbia) · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025

A closer look

The median wage in District of Columbia is 24.5% above the national median — a difference of about $19,330 per year for a typical worker.

Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $59,340, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $176,240 — a 3.0x gap between entry-level and top earners.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average market research analysts and marketing specialists salary in District of Columbia?

The median annual wage in District of Columbia is $98,090 ($47.16 per hour), per BLS OES May 2025 data.

How does District of Columbia compare to the national average for market research analysts and marketing specialists?

The District of Columbia median of $98,090 is 24.5% higher than the U.S. median of $78,760.

How many market research analysts and marketing specialists work in District of Columbia?

Approximately 6,340 are employed in District of Columbia, per BLS OES.