Marine Engineers and Naval Architects Salary in District of Columbia
Marine Engineers and Naval Architects in District of Columbia earn a median of $172,330 a year, +54% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $172,330
- vs. U.S. median
- +54% ($112,230)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 15
- Jobs in the state
- 490
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $107,030; the top 10% earn over $195,190. Nationally the range is $83,010 to $173,330.
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Marine Engineers and Naval Architects pay in District of Columbia
How much do marine engineers and naval architects make in District of Columbia?
The median is $172,330 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $107,030 and the top 10% earn over $195,190. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for marine engineers and naval architects?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 15 (+54% vs. the national median of $112,230). Living costs are not included.