District of Columbia: Industry Data
District of Columbia has 1,712 establishments and 18,766 employees across the 7 industries Builder Data covers. Here's each one, with pay, one-year job growth and District of Columbia's national rank.
| Industry | Establishments | Employees | Avg. pay | 1-yr jobs | U.S. rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial & Institutional Building Contractors | 267 | 2,701 | $112,164 | -5.1% | #43 |
| Residential Home Builders | Not disclosed by BLS | ||||
| Specialty Trade Contractors | 657 | 8,078 | $90,639 | -1.2% | #50 |
| Heavy & Civil Engineering Construction | Not disclosed by BLS | ||||
| Engineering Services Firms | 544 | 4,852 | $147,599 | +5.4% | #41 |
| Architectural Services Firms | 244 | 3,135 | $137,141 | -5.2% | #20 |
| Surveying & Mapping Services | Not disclosed by BLS | ||||
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), 2025 annual averages, private ownership. Establishment counts are worksites, not companies. Pulled November 4, 2026. bls.gov/cew
District of Columbia: FAQ
How big is the construction & design industry in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia had 1,712 establishments and 18,766 employees across the 7 industries Builder Data covers in 2025 (BLS QCEW annual averages, private ownership).
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