How much does a compensation make in Seattle?
$85,910a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $41.30 an hour or $7,159 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.30
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 23 of 233
- Jobs in the area
- 2,220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,400Median: $85,910Highest 10%: $153,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,400 | $29.52 | |
| 25th | $80,150 | $38.53 | |
| Median | $85,910 | $41.30 | |
| 75th | $122,200 | $58.75 | |
| 90th | $153,700 | $73.91 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for compensations.
| Bellingham, WA | $97,940 |
| Portland, OR | $89,040 |
| Spokane, WA | $82,430 |
| Olympia, WA | $76,600 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial Risk Specialist | $134,300 |
| Project Management Specialist | $130,400 |
| Management Analyst | $126,300 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $124,800 |
| Financial Examiner | $122,200 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $119,200 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $114,500 |
| Logistician | $108,900 |
| Budget Analyst | $104,100 |
| Market Research Analyst and Marketing Specialist | $102,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $41.30 ($85,910 a year).
Do compensations make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $85,910 against $78,210 nationally, 10% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $86,630, so Seattle pays 1% less.
Where does Seattle rank for compensation pay?
23 of 233 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $61,400 or less a year; the top 10% make $153,700 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.