Couriers and Messengers pay in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria
In Washington-Arlington-Alexandria (DC), the median pay for couriers and messengers is $21.56 an hour ($44,840 a year). About 1,010 people work in this job there.
That is 14% higher than the U.S. median ($39,200). It is about the same as the District of Columbia median ($45,210).
Pay range for couriers and messengers in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria (DC)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.68 | $36,770 |
| 25% of workers | $19.53 | $40,630 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.56 | $44,840 |
| 75% of workers | $23.43 | $48,740 |
| 90% of workers | $28.64 | $59,570 |
Couriers and Messengers pay in District of Columbia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria (this page) | $44,840 | 1,010 |
District of Columbia unemployment rate: 5.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for couriers and messengers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +8% over ten years, much faster than average · about 23,800 openings a year (BLS)
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