Receptionist/Administrative assistant salary in Washington, DC

The average salary for a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant is $21.71 per hour in Washington, DC. This figure is based on 22 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 22, 2026.

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Receptionist/Administrative Assistant salaries in Washington, DC typically range between a low of $17.95 and a high of $28.27 per hour, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Receptionist/Administrative Assistant in Washington, DC include Seattle, WA at $23.14 per hour, Portland, OR at $22.28 per hour, and St. Louis, MO at $20.44 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Receptionist/Administrative Assistant in Washington, DC include Latitude Inc ($67,500 per year) and Palmer Staffing Services ($58,250 per year).