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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Telemarketers salary in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$136,150
Mean annual$154,010
Range (10th to 90th)$92,700 to $226,530
Washington, D.C., District of Columbia employment1,640
State vs national+10.8% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Washington, D.C. telemarketers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$92,70025TH$111,280MEDIAN$136,15075TH$170,55090TH$226,530

The middle 50% of workers earn between $111,280 and $170,550, with a median of $136,150.

Typical entry

  • Education

    No formal credential

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    Short-term on-the-job training

Top skills (O*NET)

Skill data from O*NET is not yet ingested for this occupation. We refresh this section when O*NET publishes a new release.

Common tasks (O*NET)

Task data from O*NET is not yet ingested for this occupation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Telemarketers in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Telemarketers in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area is $136,150.
Does Washington, D.C. pay more than the District of Columbia state average for Telemarketers?
The Washington, D.C. metro median is 0.0% versus the District of Columbia state median of $136,150.
How does Washington, D.C. compare to the national median for Telemarketers?
The Washington, D.C. metro median is +10.8% versus the BLS national figure of $122,864.
What is the salary range for Telemarketers in Washington, D.C.?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $92,700 and the 90th-percentile at $226,530 for the Washington, D.C. metro area.
What education is required for Telemarketers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as No formal credential. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Washington, D.C. CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.