As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Mail Sorter in Washington, DC is $42,568, equivalent to $20 per hour, $819 weekly, or $3,547 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Mail Sorter in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Mail Sorter in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $36,237 to $47,842. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,254) and 75th percentile ($45,329), while top earners (90th percentile) make $47,842 per year. This $6,075 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Shipping and Receiving, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Washington Mail Sorter often earn 0.5% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 79 statewide for Mail Sorter 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
Mail Sorter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Mail Sorter Salary $36,237 Washington, DC October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Mail Sorter Salary $39,254 Washington, DC October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Mail Sorter Salary $42,568 Washington, DC October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Mail Sorter Salary $45,329 Washington, DC October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Mail Sorter Salary $47,842 Washington, DC October 01, 2026
25% $39,254 10% $36,237 90% $47,842 75% $45,329 $42,568 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Mail Sorter

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    3 + years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mail Sorter in Washington, DC. The base salary for Mail Sorter ranges from $39,254 to $45,329 with the average base salary of $42,568. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $41,468 to $51,458 with the average total cash compensation of $46,068.

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About Washington, District of Columbia    Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More

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