As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Patient Observer in Washington, DC is $70,258, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,351 weekly, or $5,855 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Patient Observer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Patient Observer in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $56,355 to $86,015. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,981) and 75th percentile ($78,506), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,015 per year. This $15,525 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Pediatric, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Washington Patient Observer often earn 0.5% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 79 statewide for Patient Observer 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
Patient Observer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Patient Observer Salary $56,355 Washington, DC September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Patient Observer Salary $62,981 Washington, DC September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Patient Observer Salary $70,258 Washington, DC September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Patient Observer Salary $78,506 Washington, DC September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Patient Observer Salary $86,015 Washington, DC September 01, 2026
25% $62,981 10% $56,355 90% $86,015 75% $78,506 $70,258 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Patient Observer in Washington, DC. The base salary for Patient Observer ranges from $62,981 to $78,506 with the average base salary of $70,258. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $65,951 to $80,624 with the average total cash compensation of $72,169.

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