District of Columbia Per Diem Rates (FY2026)
District of Columbia has 1 GSA non-standard per diem area for FY2026. Everywhere else uses the standard $178/day rate ($110 lodging + $68 M&IE).
| Area | M&IE / day | Lodging / night |
|---|---|---|
| District of ColumbiaWashington DC (also the cities of Alexandria, Falls Church and Fairfax, and the counties of Arlington and Fairfax, in Virginia; and the counties of Montgomery and Prince George's in Maryland) | $92 | $183–$276 |
| All other District of Columbia locationsstandard rate | $68 | $110 |
District of Columbia per diem FAQ
- What is the per diem rate in District of Columbia?
- District of Columbia has 1 GSA non-standard per diem area with their own rates for FY2026. Everywhere else in District of Columbia uses the standard CONUS rate of $178 per day — $110 for lodging plus $68 for meals & incidental expenses (M&IE).