Trades business market data for Washington, DC
Wages and employment for 13 trades in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area, from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Trades in Washington
| Trade | Workers in the metro | Median hourly wage | Middle 50% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbing | 9,420 | $34.55 | $26.82 – $45.22 |
| HVAC | 8,730 | $34.58 | $27.72 – $42.90 |
| Electrical | 16,580 | $36.50 | $28.40 – $49.65 |
| Roofing | 1,940 | $28.05 | $23.82 – $35.51 |
| Painting | 4,380 | $24.31 | $22.85 – $28.43 |
| Carpentry | 13,280 | $29.23 | $26.62 – $35.56 |
| Drywall | 2,210 | $28.40 | $24.59 – $30.77 |
| Concrete | 2,810 | $28.05 | $23.42 – $30.30 |
| Masonry | 1,910 | $29.17 | $23.92 – $30.98 |
| Landscaping | 17,140 | $20.53 | $18.49 – $22.25 |
| Tree Service | 670 | $24.86 | $22.05 – $27.01 |
| Appliance Repair | 330 | $30.69 | $22.80 – $39.35 |
| Locksmith | 300 | $29.19 | $26.54 – $36.90 |
About Washington
- Population
- 681,294
- Median year homes were built
- 1958