Climate Change Policy Analysts Salary in District of Columbia
Climate Change Policy Analysts in District of Columbia earn a median of $132,620 a year, +61% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $132,620
- vs. U.S. median
- +61% ($82,220)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,270
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $78,270; the top 10% earn over $185,220. Nationally the range is $52,520 to $140,010.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Urban and Regional Planners$137,000 median in District of Columbia
- Environmental Economists$167,590 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
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- Political Scientists$152,530 median in District of Columbia
- Sustainability Specialists$108,160 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Transportation Planners$128,440 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
Climate Change Policy Analysts pay in District of Columbia
How much do climate change policy analysts make in District of Columbia?
The median is $132,620 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $78,270 and the top 10% earn over $185,220. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for climate change policy analysts?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+61% vs. the national median of $82,220). Living costs are not included.