As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Trades Assistant in District of Columbia is $89,299, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,717 weekly, or $7,442 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Trades Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Trades Assistant in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $48,979 to $115,712. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,194) and 75th percentile ($103,125), while top earners (90th percentile) make $115,712 per year. This $34,931 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Trades Assistant often earn 10.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 42 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide for Trades Assistant 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
Trades Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Trades Assistant Salary $48,979 DC September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Trades Assistant Salary $68,194 DC September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Trades Assistant Salary $89,299 DC September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Trades Assistant Salary $103,125 DC September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Trades Assistant Salary $115,712 DC September 01, 2026
25% $68,194 10% $48,979 90% $115,712 75% $103,125 $89,299 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $87,614 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $87,617 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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    Trades Assistant

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