How much does a packer and packager make in Washington?
$39,220a year
Median yearly pay for packer and packagers in Washington. That is $18.86 an hour or $3,268 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.86
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 11,940
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,740Median: $39,220Highest 10%: $53,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,740 | $16.70 | |
| 25th | $35,880 | $17.25 | |
| Median | $39,220 | $18.86 | |
| 75th | $45,310 | $21.78 | |
| 90th | $53,510 | $25.73 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $44,010 |
| Bremerton, WA | $40,490 |
| Olympia, WA | $39,920 |
| Bellingham, WA | $39,880 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $39,820 |
| Kennewick, WA | $38,670 |
| Longview, WA | $37,980 |
| Portland, OR | $37,450 |
| Spokane, WA | $36,690 |
| Yakima, WA | $36,080 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $35,990 |
| Lewiston, ID | $35,200 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $34,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for packer and packagers.
| 5. Colorado | $40,730 |
| 6. Minnesota | $40,310 |
| 7. Vermont | $39,440 |
| 8. Washington | $39,220 |
| 9. Nebraska | $38,880 |
| 10. Missouri | $37,670 |
| 11. Iowa | $37,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a packer and packager make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $18.86 ($39,220 a year).
Do packer and packagers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $39,220 against $36,280 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Washington rank for packer and packager pay?
Washington ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays packer and packagers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $44,010 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.