How much does a meat make in Washington?
$43,010a year
Median yearly pay for meats in Washington. That is $20.68 an hour or $3,584 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.68
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,600Median: $43,010Highest 10%: $52,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,600 | $17.60 | |
| 25th | $38,030 | $18.28 | |
| Median | $43,010 | $20.68 | |
| 75th | $47,170 | $22.68 | |
| 90th | $52,470 | $25.23 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Olympia, WA | $43,340 |
| Seattle, WA | $43,190 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $38,770 |
| Bellingham, WA | $38,340 |
| Spokane, WA | $37,940 |
| Portland, OR | $37,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for meats.
| 10. Minnesota | $43,400 |
| 11. Wisconsin | $43,300 |
| 12. Iowa | $43,190 |
| 13. Washington | $43,010 |
| 14. Indiana | $42,450 |
| 15. Missouri | $41,890 |
| 16. Illinois | $40,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a meat make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $20.68 ($43,010 a year).
Do meats make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $43,010 against $38,300 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Washington rank for meat pay?
Washington ranks 13 of 50 states.
Which city in Washington pays meats the most?
Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA, with a median of $43,340 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.