How much does a dispatcher make in Washington?
$59,330a year
Median yearly pay for dispatchers in Washington. That is $28.52 an hour or $4,944 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.52
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,920
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,050Median: $59,330Highest 10%: $88,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,050 | $21.18 | |
| 25th | $49,920 | $24.00 | |
| Median | $59,330 | $28.52 | |
| 75th | $72,240 | $34.73 | |
| 90th | $88,000 | $42.31 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bremerton, WA | $64,890 |
| Seattle, WA | $59,340 |
| Longview, WA | $59,020 |
| Olympia, WA | $58,710 |
| Portland, OR | $58,670 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $57,510 |
| Bellingham, WA | $56,820 |
| Kennewick, WA | $54,200 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $54,000 |
| Lewiston, ID | $53,820 |
| Yakima, WA | $52,830 |
| Spokane, WA | $50,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dispatchers.
| 1. District of Columbia | $72,260 |
| 2. Washington | $59,330 |
| 3. Minnesota | $59,220 |
| 4. North Dakota | $57,580 |
| 5. Illinois | $57,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dispatcher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $28.52 ($59,330 a year).
Do dispatchers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $59,330 against $50,340 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Washington rank for dispatcher pay?
Washington ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays dispatchers the most?
Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA, with a median of $64,890 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.