Value of Volunteer Time in District of Columbia

In District of Columbia, an hour of volunteer time is worth $54.77 (2025, Independent Sector). Enter your hours below to get a sourced, grant-ready dollar value.

2025 (preliminary): $54.77/hr2024 (final): $52.06/hrvs. national: +$18.63

Total volunteer hours

State

Source year

Estimated value of volunteer time

$54,770.00

1,000 hours × $54.77/hr · District of Columbia (2025)

Source: Independent Sector, 2026 Value of Volunteer Time Report. Based on the average hourly earnings of all production and non-supervisory workers on private non-farm payrolls (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), increased by 15.3% for fringe benefits.

How much are volunteer hours worth in District of Columbia?

For 2025, Independent Sector estimates the value of an hour of volunteer time in District of Columbia at $54.77. That makes 100 volunteer hours worth $5,477.00, and 1,000 hours worth $54,770.00.

District of Columbia's rate is higher than the national average of $36.14 per hour. Based on the average hourly earnings of all production and non-supervisory workers on private non-farm payrolls (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), increased by 15.3% for fringe benefits. Because the figure is tied to local wages, using the District of Columbia rate is the most defensible choice for a District of Columbia-based program.

Source: Independent Sector, 2026 Value of Volunteer Time Report. Use the national calculator →

FAQ

District of Columbia volunteer value — FAQ

What is the value of volunteer time in District of Columbia?

The value of volunteer time in District of Columbia is $54.77 per hour for 2025 (Independent Sector preliminary estimate). The most recent final figure is $52.06 per hour for 2024.

How do I calculate the dollar value of volunteer hours in District of Columbia?

Multiply your total volunteer hours by $54.77 (the 2025 District of Columbia rate). For example, 1,000 volunteer hours are worth $54,770.00. The calculator above does this for you and exports a sourced report.

Why is District of Columbia's rate different from the national average?

Independent Sector derives each state's value from local average hourly earnings (Bureau of Labor Statistics). District of Columbia's $54.77 is $18.63 above the national average of $36.14 because local wages differ.

Can I use the District of Columbia figure in a grant application?

Yes. Documenting in-kind volunteer value is widely accepted for demonstrating community support and match. Cite Independent Sector and note you used the District of Columbia state figure. Always confirm a specific funder's allowable match rules.