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Landscape Architects in District of Columbia

Landscape architects plan and design outdoor spaces for parks, recreational facilities, airports, highways, hospitals, schools, and residential or commercial sites. They work in design firms, government agencies, or as independent consultants, combining environmental analysis with creative design to shape how people use land. In District of Columbia the median pay is $85,100 a year, 7% above the national median of $79,870.

$85,100median pay in District of Columbia, per year
$62,980–$128,820middle half earn
170employed in District of Columbia
$79,870U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in District of Columbia

3open roles like this on employer career sites, 0 in District of Columbia or remote
1employer hiring
3posted in the last 7 days
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What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.

Skills that matter most

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingCoordinationOperations AnalysisJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge areas

DesignBuilding and ConstructionGeographyEngineering and TechnologyEnglish LanguageCustomer and Personal Service

Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Landscape Architects.

Licenses and training in District of Columbia

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O*NET-SOC 17-1012.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.