How much does an area make in Washington?
$81,410a year
Median yearly pay for areas in Washington. That is $39.14 an hour or $6,784 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.14
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,230Median: $81,410Highest 10%: $128,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,230 | $24.15 | |
| 25th | $63,810 | $30.68 | |
| Median | $81,410 | $39.14 | |
| 75th | $97,910 | $47.07 | |
| 90th | $128,400 | $61.73 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $95,980 |
| Portland, OR | $81,120 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for areas.
| 17. Utah | $82,990 |
| 18. Alaska | $81,700 |
| 19. Minnesota | $81,580 |
| 20. Washington | $81,410 |
| 21. Oregon | $80,310 |
| 22. Ohio | $80,060 |
| 23. Colorado | $79,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an area make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $39.14 ($81,410 a year).
Do areas make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $81,410 against $85,020 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Washington rank for area pay?
Washington ranks 20 of 37 states.
Which city in Washington pays areas the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $95,980 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.