As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for DevOps Architect in Washington, DC is $146,089, equivalent to $70 per hour, $2,809 weekly, or $12,174 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for DevOps Architect in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for DevOps Architect in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $118,639 to $161,836. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($131,720) and 75th percentile ($154,331), while top earners (90th percentile) make $161,836 per year. This $22,611 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Networking or Linux, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Washington DevOps Architect often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 84 statewide for DevOps Architect job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
DevOps Architect Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile DevOps Architect Salary $118,639 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
25th Percentile DevOps Architect Salary $131,720 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
50th Percentile DevOps Architect Salary $146,089 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
75th Percentile DevOps Architect Salary $154,331 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
90th Percentile DevOps Architect Salary $161,836 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
25% $131,720 10% $118,639 90% $161,836 75% $154,331 $146,089 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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