How much does a director make in Washington?
$56,480a year
Median yearly pay for directors in Washington. That is $27.15 an hour or $4,707 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.15
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,460Median: $56,480Highest 10%: $72,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,460 | $19.45 | |
| 25th | $50,610 | $24.33 | |
| Median | $56,480 | $27.15 | |
| 75th | $71,670 | $34.46 | |
| 90th | $72,080 | $34.65 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $56,480 |
| Portland, OR | $46,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for directors.
| 16. Indiana | $58,490 |
| 17. Arizona | $57,140 |
| 18. Utah | $56,790 |
| 19. Washington | $56,480 |
| 20. Pennsylvania | $55,510 |
| 21. Illinois | $53,600 |
| 22. South Dakota | $53,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a director make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $27.15 ($56,480 a year).
Do directors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $56,480 against $52,100 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Washington rank for director pay?
Washington ranks 19 of 43 states.
Which city in Washington pays directors the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $56,480 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.