How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make in Washington?
$94,400a year
Median yearly pay for atmospheric and space scientists in Washington. That is $45.38 an hour or $7,867 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.38
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,440Median: $94,400Highest 10%: $160,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,440 | $36.75 | |
| 25th | $85,400 | $41.06 | |
| Median | $94,400 | $45.38 | |
| 75th | $125,000 | $60.09 | |
| 90th | $160,800 | $77.28 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $113,600 |
| Seattle, WA | $92,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for atmospheric and space scientists.
| 26. Georgia | $96,820 |
| 27. Utah | $96,520 |
| 28. Tennessee | $96,190 |
| 29. Washington | $94,400 |
| 30. Alaska | $94,380 |
| 31. North Carolina | $91,560 |
| 32. North Dakota | $91,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $45.38 ($94,400 a year).
Do atmospheric and space scientists make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $94,400 against $99,070 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Washington rank for atmospheric and space scientist pay?
Washington ranks 29 of 47 states.
Which city in Washington pays atmospheric and space scientists the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $113,600 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.