How much does a psychiatrist make in Washington?
$304,900a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatrists in Washington. That is $146.60 an hour or $25,410 a month.
- Hourly
- $146.60
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $92,320Median: $304,900Highest 10%: $363,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $92,320 | $44.38 | |
| 25th | $175,900 | $84.57 | |
| Median | $304,900 | $146.60 | |
| 75th | $332,300 | $159.77 | |
| 90th | $363,900 | $174.93 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $307,700 |
| Spokane, WA | $301,800 |
| Portland, OR | $239,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychiatrists.
| 8. Oregon | $314,900 |
| 9. Missouri | $312,700 |
| 10. Maryland | $305,300 |
| 11. Washington | $304,900 |
| 12. Vermont | $302,800 |
| 13. Maine | $300,200 |
| 14. Utah | $299,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatrist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $146.60 ($304,900 a year).
Do psychiatrists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $304,900 against $281,900 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Washington rank for psychiatrist pay?
Washington ranks 11 of 46 states.
Which city in Washington pays psychiatrists the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $307,700 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.