How much does a residential advisor make in Seattle?
$54,310a year
Median yearly pay for residential advisors in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $26.11 an hour or $4,526 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.11
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 279
- Jobs in the area
- 820
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,560Median: $54,310Highest 10%: $73,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,560 | $19.50 | |
| 25th | $47,160 | $22.67 | |
| Median | $54,310 | $26.11 | |
| 75th | $60,410 | $29.04 | |
| 90th | $73,510 | $35.34 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for residential advisors.
| Bellingham, WA | $48,620 |
| Spokane, WA | $47,230 |
| Portland, OR | $47,160 |
| Bremerton, WA | $46,390 |
| Olympia, WA | $46,140 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $44,260 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Worker | $80,920 |
| Skincare Specialist | $80,510 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $68,020 |
| Costume Attendant | $65,460 |
| Tour and Travel Guide | $63,630 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $63,560 |
| Barber | $63,410 |
| Gambling Dealer | $60,490 |
| Mortician | $60,120 |
| Hairdresser | $59,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a residential advisor make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $26.11 ($54,310 a year).
Do residential advisors make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $54,310 against $42,240 nationally, 29% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $48,640, so Seattle pays 12% more.
Where does Seattle rank for residential advisor pay?
7 of 279 metro areas with data.
How much does a residential advisor make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $40,560 or less a year; the top 10% make $73,510 or more.
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.