How much does an atmospheric make in Seattle?
$132,100a year
Median yearly pay for atmospherics in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $63.50 an hour or $11,010 a month.
- Hourly
- $63.50
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 42
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,630Median: $132,100Highest 10%: $165,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,630 | $34.44 | |
| 25th | $95,800 | $46.06 | |
| Median | $132,100 | $63.50 | |
| 75th | $165,100 | $79.36 | |
| 90th | $165,100 | $79.36 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for atmospherics.
| Portland, OR | $128,100 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Specialties Teacher | $164,900 |
| Environmental Science Teacher | $130,300 |
| Engineering Teacher | $129,900 |
| Library Science Teacher | $126,800 |
| Political Science Teacher | $107,200 |
| Economics Teacher | $104,400 |
| Architecture Teacher | $103,800 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $103,500 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $102,900 |
| Secondary School Teacher | $102,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an atmospheric make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $63.50 ($132,100 a year).
Do atmospherics make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $132,100 against $103,200 nationally, 28% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $103,100, so Seattle pays 28% more.
Where does Seattle rank for atmospheric pay?
7 of 42 metro areas with data.
How much does an atmospheric make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $71,630 or less a year; the top 10% make $165,100 or more.
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.