How much does a farmworker make in Washington?
$45,370a year
Median yearly pay for farmworkers in Washington. That is $21.81 an hour or $3,781 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.81
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,590Median: $45,370Highest 10%: $64,430
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,590 | $17.11 | |
| 25th | $39,400 | $18.94 | |
| Median | $45,370 | $21.81 | |
| 75th | $55,570 | $26.72 | |
| 90th | $64,430 | $30.98 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Wenatchee, WA | $59,900 |
| Seattle, WA | $44,930 |
| Olympia, WA | $44,750 |
| Spokane, WA | $42,390 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $42,370 |
| Bellingham, WA | $41,770 |
| Yakima, WA | $40,660 |
| Portland, OR | $40,320 |
| Bremerton, WA | $35,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for farmworkers.
| 2. West Virginia | $48,460 |
| 3. Hawaii | $47,050 |
| 4. Minnesota | $46,020 |
| 5. Washington | $45,370 |
| 6. Maine | $42,170 |
| 7. Maryland | $41,760 |
| 8. Vermont | $40,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmworker make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $21.81 ($45,370 a year).
Do farmworkers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $45,370 against $36,670 nationally, 24% more.
Where does Washington rank for farmworker pay?
Washington ranks 5 of 49 states.
Which city in Washington pays farmworkers the most?
Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA, with a median of $59,900 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.