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Ironworker Salary in Washington, District of Columbia

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$93,820/ year

Median Ironworker in Washington, DC

$56,268
10th
$68,620
25th
$93,820
Median
$121,181
75th
$147,841
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$93,820
Total compensation (est.)
$107,893
Bonus range
$2,350 – $9,960
Mean salary
$99,449

How This Compares

Washington, DC median
$93,820
District of Columbia median
$65,545+43.1%
National median
$64,260+46.0%

Cost of living in Washington is 46% above the national average. Salary of $93,820 here is equivalent to $64,260 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$67,550-28.0%
3-5 years
$85,376-9.0%
6-10 years
$105,078+12.0%
10+ years
$129,472+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$82,562-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$93,820
Enterprise (5,000+)
$110,708+18.0%

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Electrician$89,921/yr
Plumber$89,863/yr
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Carpenter$82,621/yr
Welder$68,635/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$45/hr
Monthly gross$7,818/mo
25th percentile$68,620/yr
75th percentile$121,181/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

District of Columbia Unemployment

Dec 2025

6.7%+0.20

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Ironworker salary in Washington?

The median Ironworker salary in Washington is $93,820 per year, with a range from $68,620 at the 25th percentile to $121,181 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does Ironworker pay in Washington compare to the national average?

Ironworker salaries in Washington are 46% above the national median of $64,260. After adjusting for Washington's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $64,260 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect Ironworker salaries in Washington?

In Washington, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level Ironworker roles start around $56,268, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $147,841 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Washington a good place for Ironworker jobs?

Washington offers a Ironworker median of $93,820, which is 46% above the US median of $64,260. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Washington is 46% more expensive than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher Ironworker salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for Ironworker in Washington is $121,181, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.