How much does a pump operator make in Washington?
$57,030a year
Median yearly pay for pump operators in Washington. That is $27.42 an hour or $4,753 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.42
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,980Median: $57,030Highest 10%: $115,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,980 | $26.91 | |
| 25th | $56,680 | $27.25 | |
| Median | $57,030 | $27.42 | |
| 75th | $99,970 | $48.06 | |
| 90th | $115,900 | $55.73 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $63,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pump operators.
| 24. New Mexico | $58,920 |
| 25. Nevada | $57,980 |
| 26. California | $57,660 |
| 27. Washington | $57,030 |
| 28. Oregon | $54,540 |
| 29. Tennessee | $52,120 |
| 30. Maine | $51,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pump operator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $27.42 ($57,030 a year).
Do pump operators make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $57,030 against $61,770 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Washington rank for pump operator pay?
Washington ranks 27 of 37 states.
Which city in Washington pays pump operators the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $63,480 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.