What are the main factors that influence a Court Reporter's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Court Reporter?

Court Reporter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Court Reporter roles are District of Columbia $72,185, California $71,911, Massachusetts $70,953. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Court Reporter roles make?

Salaries for Court Reporter level roles vary by specialization: Traffic Reporter: $79,596; Investigative Reporter: $67,269; CNN Reporter: $64,046; Anchor/Reporter: $63,547; Freelance Court Reporter/Stenographer: $63,435.

Court Reporter Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Court Reporter make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Court Reporter in District of Columbia is $72,185 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, a Court Reporter's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $114,778
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,083 to $94,480
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,716

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Court Reporter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,480	$7,873	$1,817	$45
Average	$72,185	$6,015	$1,388	$35
25th Percentile	$52,083	$4,340	$1,002	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Court Reporter Salaries

A Court Reporter's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Court Reporter Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Court Reporters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $72,185.
California: $71,911.
Massachusetts: $70,953.

District of Columbia $72,185 California $71,911 Massachusetts $70,953 Washington $70,692 New Jersey $70,666 Alaska $70,575 Connecticut $69,675 New York $69,310

Hawaii $68,143 Rhode Island $67,595 Maryland $67,223 Minnesota $66,715 Colorado $66,519 Illinois $66,454 Oregon $66,206 Delaware $66,024

New Hampshire $65,909 Virginia $65,652 Pennsylvania $64,902 Nevada $64,524 North Dakota $64,400 Michigan $64,205 Wisconsin $64,133 Vermont $63,990

Texas $63,592 Maine $63,566 Arizona $63,527 Ohio $63,481 Georgia $62,881 Indiana $62,582 Wyoming $62,523 Utah $62,432

Iowa $62,392 Kansas $62,079 Louisiana $61,988 North Carolina $61,956 Missouri $61,943 Florida $61,688 Montana $61,551 Nebraska $61,421

Kentucky $61,349 South Carolina $61,089 Tennessee $60,926 Idaho $60,860 New Mexico $60,384 Oklahoma $60,280 Alabama $59,895 South Dakota $59,250

Arkansas $58,898 West Virginia $58,709 Mississippi $58,142

Top Paying Cities for Court Reporters

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $72,185
Washington: $72,185
Naval Anacost Annex: $72,185

Parcel Return Service, DC $72,185 Washington, DC $72,185 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $72,185 Washington Navy Yard, DC $72,185

Court Reporter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Court Reporter's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$52,083

Average $72,185/year

$94,480

$4,340

Average $6,015/month

$7,873

$1,002

Average $1,388/week

$1,817

$25

Average $35/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,480	$7,873	$1,817	$45
Average	$72,185	$6,015	$1,388	$35
25th Percentile	$52,083	$4,340	$1,002	$25

Court Reporter Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Court Reporter, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Legal Records Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $125,359 - a projected growth of 74% over your current level.

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Court Reporter Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Court Reporter make in District of Columbia?

Key Factors That Influence Court Reporter Salaries

How Do Court Reporter Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Court Reporters

Court Reporter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Court Reporter Salary Growth & Career Path

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