Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators pay in District of Columbia
In District of Columbia, the median pay for stationary engineers and boiler operators is $43.50 an hour ($90,470 a year). About 620 people work in this job there.
That is 15% higher than the U.S. median ($78,620). District of Columbia ranks 8th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for stationary engineers and boiler operators in District of Columbia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.15 | $62,710 |
| 25% of workers | $38.19 | $79,430 |
| Half of workers (median) | $43.50 | $90,470 |
| 75% of workers | $48.81 | $101,520 |
| 90% of workers | $52.21 | $108,600 |
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators pay in District of Columbia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria | $91,480 | 970 |
District of Columbia unemployment rate: 5.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for stationary engineers and boiler operators
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.1% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 3,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in District of Columbia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineers | $133,300 |
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