As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scale Operator in Washington, DC is $43,339, equivalent to $21 per hour, $833 weekly, or $3,612 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Scale Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Scale Operator in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $35,173 to $52,054. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,065) and 75th percentile ($47,901), while top earners (90th percentile) make $52,054 per year. This $8,836 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Machine Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Washington Scale Operator often earn 0.5% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 79 statewide for Scale Operator 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
Scale Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $35,173 Washington, DC June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $39,065 Washington, DC June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $43,339 Washington, DC June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $47,901 Washington, DC June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $52,054 Washington, DC June 01, 2026
25% $39,065 10% $35,173 90% $52,054 75% $47,901 $43,339 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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