Museum Technicians and Conservators pay in District of Columbia
In District of Columbia, the median pay for museum technicians and conservators is $36.59 an hour ($76,110 a year). About 520 people work in this job there.
That is 48% higher than the U.S. median ($51,440). District of Columbia ranks 2nd of 45 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for museum technicians and conservators in District of Columbia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.51 | $36,420 |
| 25% of workers | $24.40 | $50,750 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.59 | $76,110 |
| 75% of workers | $47.55 | $98,890 |
| 90% of workers | $56.87 | $118,290 |
Museum Technicians and Conservators pay in District of Columbia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria | $79,230 | 970 |
District of Columbia unemployment rate: 5.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for museum technicians and conservators
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +3.6% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in District of Columbia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Librarians and Media Collections Specialists | $96,550 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $59,520 |
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