How much does a lifeguard make in Washington?
$37,770a year
Median yearly pay for lifeguards in Washington. That is $18.16 an hour or $3,148 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.16
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,650Median: $37,770Highest 10%: $45,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,650 | $16.66 | |
| 25th | $35,310 | $16.98 | |
| Median | $37,770 | $18.16 | |
| 75th | $44,550 | $21.42 | |
| 90th | $45,940 | $22.09 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $39,240 |
| Bellingham, WA | $37,110 |
| Bremerton, WA | $36,930 |
| Portland, OR | $36,350 |
| Olympia, WA | $35,710 |
| Kennewick, WA | $35,460 |
| Lewiston, ID | $34,940 |
| Spokane, WA | $34,650 |
| Yakima, WA | $34,650 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifeguards.
| 1. District of Columbia | $60,400 |
| 2. Hawaii | $52,630 |
| 3. California | $42,720 |
| 4. Washington | $37,770 |
| 5. Montana | $37,750 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $36,650 |
| 7. New York | $36,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lifeguard make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $18.16 ($37,770 a year).
Do lifeguards make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $37,770 against $33,580 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Washington rank for lifeguard pay?
Washington ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays lifeguards the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $39,240 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.