How much does an epidemiologist make in Washington?
$108,200a year
Median yearly pay for epidemiologists in Washington. That is $52.04 an hour or $9,020 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.04
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 1,010
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $82,980Median: $108,200Highest 10%: $159,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $82,980 | $39.89 | |
| 25th | $96,760 | $46.52 | |
| Median | $108,200 | $52.04 | |
| 75th | $131,000 | $62.97 | |
| 90th | $159,700 | $76.79 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $124,000 |
| Olympia, WA | $108,200 |
| Portland, OR | $98,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for epidemiologists.
| 2. District of Columbia | $112,400 |
| 3. California | $110,800 |
| 4. New Jersey | $109,800 |
| 5. Washington | $108,200 |
| 6. Minnesota | $104,500 |
| 7. Illinois | $102,700 |
| 8. Maryland | $101,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an epidemiologist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $52.04 ($108,200 a year).
Do epidemiologists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $108,200 against $87,220 nationally, 24% more.
Where does Washington rank for epidemiologist pay?
Washington ranks 5 of 42 states.
Which city in Washington pays epidemiologists the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $124,000 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.