How much does a Policy Writer make in DC?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Policy Writer in District of Columbia is $75,230. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $60,798 to a high of $90,819, with most professionals earning between $67,676 and $83,390.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Policy Writer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Policy Writer Salary $60,798 DC March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Policy Writer Salary $67,676 DC March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Policy Writer Salary $75,230 DC March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Policy Writer Salary $83,390 DC March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Policy Writer Salary $90,819 DC March 01, 2025
25% $67,676 10% $60,798 90% $90,819 75% $83,390 $75,230 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $75,230 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $75,230 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $75,230 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $75,230 Date Updated March 01, 2025
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    Policy Writer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree