How much does a laundry and dry-cleaning worker make in Washington?
$39,590a year
Median yearly pay for laundry and dry-cleaning workers in Washington. That is $19.03 an hour or $3,299 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.03
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,870
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,940Median: $39,590Highest 10%: $47,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,940 | $17.28 | |
| 25th | $37,780 | $18.16 | |
| Median | $39,590 | $19.03 | |
| 75th | $44,100 | $21.20 | |
| 90th | $47,310 | $22.75 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $43,610 |
| Bellingham, WA | $39,320 |
| Portland, OR | $39,290 |
| Bremerton, WA | $38,620 |
| Olympia, WA | $38,440 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $38,060 |
| Kennewick, WA | $37,150 |
| Yakima, WA | $37,020 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $36,950 |
| Spokane, WA | $36,290 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for laundry and dry-cleaning workers.
| 1. Washington | $39,590 |
| 2. Oregon | $37,800 |
| 3. California | $37,790 |
| 4. District of Columbia | $37,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a laundry and dry-cleaning worker make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $19.03 ($39,590 a year).
Do laundry and dry-cleaning workers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $39,590 against $34,890 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Washington rank for laundry and dry-cleaning worker pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays laundry and dry-cleaning workers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $43,610 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.