How much does a life make in Washington?
$73,530a year
Median yearly pay for lifes in Washington. That is $35.35 an hour or $6,128 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.35
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 980
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,420Median: $73,530Highest 10%: $112,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,420 | $23.28 | |
| 25th | $54,070 | $26.00 | |
| Median | $73,530 | $35.35 | |
| 75th | $91,400 | $43.94 | |
| 90th | $112,900 | $54.27 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $68,510 |
| Portland, OR | $62,660 |
| Spokane, WA | $60,380 |
| Kennewick, WA | $58,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifes.
| 1. Oklahoma | $86,260 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $79,230 |
| 3. California | $78,350 |
| 4. Washington | $73,530 |
| 5. Alaska | $70,700 |
| 6. Rhode Island | $69,630 |
| 7. North Dakota | $69,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $35.35 ($73,530 a year).
Do lifes make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $73,530 against $62,280 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Washington rank for life pay?
Washington ranks 4 of 50 states.
Which city in Washington pays lifes the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $68,510 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.