How much does a media and communication worker make in Washington?
$52,590a year
Median yearly pay for media and communication workers in Washington. That is $25.28 an hour or $4,383 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.28
- Vs. national median
- -29%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,850Median: $52,590Highest 10%: $81,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,850 | $18.20 | |
| 25th | $38,090 | $18.31 | |
| Median | $52,590 | $25.28 | |
| 75th | $81,710 | $39.28 | |
| 90th | $81,710 | $39.28 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $56,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for media and communication workers.
| 18. Maryland | $57,590 |
| 19. Utah | $56,520 |
| 20. Connecticut | $53,520 |
| 21. Washington | $52,590 |
| 22. Iowa | $50,080 |
| 23. Vermont | $49,790 |
| 24. Maine | $47,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a media and communication worker make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $25.28 ($52,590 a year).
Do media and communication workers make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $52,590 against $73,620 nationally, 29% less.
Where does Washington rank for media and communication worker pay?
Washington ranks 21 of 35 states.
Which city in Washington pays media and communication workers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $56,890 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.