How much does a pesticide handler make in Washington?
$47,360a year
Median yearly pay for pesticide handlers in Washington. That is $22.77 an hour or $3,947 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.77
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,870Median: $47,360Highest 10%: $65,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,870 | $19.65 | |
| 25th | $41,610 | $20.00 | |
| Median | $47,360 | $22.77 | |
| 75th | $54,530 | $26.22 | |
| 90th | $65,640 | $31.56 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $58,550 |
| Seattle, WA | $54,530 |
| Spokane, WA | $48,290 |
| Kennewick, WA | $45,690 |
| Yakima, WA | $40,880 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pesticide handlers.
| 18. Nevada | $48,030 |
| 19. Idaho | $47,630 |
| 20. Nebraska | $47,500 |
| 21. Washington | $47,360 |
| 22. Tennessee | $47,340 |
| 23. Colorado | $47,020 |
| 24. Iowa | $46,740 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pesticide handler make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $22.77 ($47,360 a year).
Do pesticide handlers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $47,360 against $46,340 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Washington rank for pesticide handler pay?
Washington ranks 21 of 44 states.
Which city in Washington pays pesticide handlers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $58,550 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.