Treasurers and Controllers Salary in District of Columbia
Treasurers and Controllers in District of Columbia earn a median of $188,880 a year, +13% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Financial Managers”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $188,880
- vs. U.S. median
- +13% ($166,570)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,930
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $130,880; the top 10% earn over $349,420. Nationally the range is $94,310 to $323,270.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Budget Analysts$124,590 median in District of Columbia
- Compensation and Benefits Managers$160,990 median in District of Columbia
- Investment Fund Managers$188,880 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Accountants and Auditors$111,530 median in District of Columbia
- Financial Managers$188,880 median in District of Columbia
- Financial Examiners$198,720 median in District of Columbia
Treasurers and Controllers pay in District of Columbia
How much do treasurers and controllers make in District of Columbia?
The median is $188,880 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $130,880 and the top 10% earn over $349,420. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for treasurers and controllers?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 51 (+13% vs. the national median of $166,570). Living costs are not included.