Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — state estimates. Data captured September 30, 2026.
Pay in District of Columbia, all employers Sourced
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (SOC 33-3051) in District of Columbia, all employers combined: BLS state estimates do not separate government from private.
| Measure | DC |
|---|---|
| Workers | 4,720 |
| 10th percentile | $66,420 |
| Median | $88,650 |
| 90th percentile | $119,660 |
| National median, government employers | $76,300 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — state estimates; U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — national estimates by ownership. Data captured September 30, 2026.
Pension in District of Columbia
State employees: the general plan
| Plan | Accrual | Normal retirement | Employee pays | Social Security |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia 401(a) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan DC 401(a) Plan | — | vested balance payable on separation from service, permanent disability or death | 0% | Covered |
The statewide plan a new hire usually joins; where a general plan is shown, some police and fire employers run their own safety plans. Some cities and counties run their own plans; check with the employer. Each plan's formula, vesting, cost-of-living adjustment and retiree health are on the District of Columbia pension plans list.
Source: State retirement systems, Official state retirement system pages, member handbooks and statutes. Data captured October 2, 2026.
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