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Caregiver pay in District of Columbia
Home health and personal care aides in District of Columbia earn a median $20.53 an hour — 19% above the U.S. median. CNAs earn $22.93. District of Columbia ranks 4 of 51 for aide pay.
Home health & personal care aides
$20.53 / hour median
Most earn $18.41–$22.04. 12,810 people work in this role in District of Columbia.
19% above the U.S. median ($17.21)Nursing assistants (CNAs)
$22.93 / hour median
Most earn $18.70–$27.64. 3,490 people work in this role in District of Columbia.
13% above the U.S. median ($20.32)What this means for your job posts in District of Columbia
- Pay $20.53 an hour and you're in the middle of the market — half of aides in District of Columbia earn more.
- Pay $22.04 or more and you're in the top 10% for aide pay, which makes your post stand out.
- Below $18.41, nine in ten aides in District of Columbia already earn more — expect very few applicants.
- CNAs earn a median $22.93 here, $2.40 more than aides. If you need certified staff, budget for the difference.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates (bls.gov/oes). “Home health & personal care aides” is the federal category that covers most in-home caregivers. Figures include all employers, not only home-care agencies, and are hourly wages before benefits. Wages may have risen since May 2025 — always check your current state and city minimum wage.
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Caregiver pay in District of Columbia: common questions
How much do caregivers make in District of Columbia?
Home health and personal care aides in District of Columbia earned a median $20.53 an hour in May 2025, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Most earned between $18.41 and $22.04.
How much do CNAs make in District of Columbia?
Nursing assistants (CNAs) in District of Columbia earned a median $22.93 an hour, with most between $18.70 and $27.64.
Is caregiver pay in District of Columbia above the national average?
Median aide pay in District of Columbia is 19% above the U.S. median of $17.21, ranking 4 of 51 (the 50 states and DC).
How many caregivers work in District of Columbia?
About 12,810 home health and personal care aides and 3,490 nursing assistants were employed in District of Columbia in May 2025.
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