How much does a compensation make in Washington?
$86,630a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in Washington. That is $41.65 an hour or $7,219 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.65
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,750Median: $86,630Highest 10%: $135,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,750 | $29.21 | |
| 25th | $78,610 | $37.79 | |
| Median | $86,630 | $41.65 | |
| 75th | $107,800 | $51.85 | |
| 90th | $135,800 | $65.29 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bellingham, WA | $97,940 |
| Bremerton, WA | $91,700 |
| Portland, OR | $89,040 |
| Seattle, WA | $85,910 |
| Spokane, WA | $82,430 |
| Olympia, WA | $76,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 3. Colorado | $92,560 |
| 4. California | $91,410 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $86,710 |
| 6. Washington | $86,630 |
| 7. New Jersey | $85,040 |
| 8. New Mexico | $83,540 |
| 9. Oregon | $83,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $41.65 ($86,630 a year).
Do compensations make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $86,630 against $78,210 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Washington rank for compensation pay?
Washington ranks 6 of 50 states.
Which city in Washington pays compensations the most?
Bellingham, WA, with a median of $97,940 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.