How much does a rigger make in Washington?
$77,100a year
Median yearly pay for riggers in Washington. That is $37.07 an hour or $6,425 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.07
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 910
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,120Median: $77,100Highest 10%: $105,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,120 | $27.94 | |
| 25th | $64,000 | $30.77 | |
| Median | $77,100 | $37.07 | |
| 75th | $95,560 | $45.94 | |
| 90th | $105,100 | $50.53 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bremerton, WA | $85,300 |
| Portland, OR | $79,810 |
| Seattle, WA | $78,840 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for riggers.
| 9. Illinois | $81,860 |
| 10. Nevada | $81,720 |
| 11. North Dakota | $77,890 |
| 12. Washington | $77,100 |
| 13. Colorado | $73,720 |
| 14. Idaho | $72,850 |
| 15. Connecticut | $67,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rigger make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $37.07 ($77,100 a year).
Do riggers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $77,100 against $62,640 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Washington rank for rigger pay?
Washington ranks 12 of 43 states.
Which city in Washington pays riggers the most?
Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA, with a median of $85,300 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.