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Museum Technicians and Conservators Salary in District of Columbia

Museum Technicians and Conservators in District of Columbia earn a median of $76,110 a year, +48% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$76,110
vs. U.S. median
+48% ($51,440)
Rank among states
2 of 45
Jobs in the state
520

Pay range in District of Columbia

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,420; the top 10% earn over $118,290. Nationally the range is $33,780 to $87,530.

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Museum Technicians and Conservators pay in District of Columbia

How much do museum technicians and conservators make in District of Columbia?

The median is $76,110 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,420 and the top 10% earn over $118,290. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is District of Columbia a good state for museum technicians and conservators?

On pay alone it ranks 2 of 45 (+48% vs. the national median of $51,440). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses