How much does a slaughterer and meat packer make in Washington?
$45,100a year
Median yearly pay for slaughterer and meat packers in Washington. That is $21.68 an hour or $3,758 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.68
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 840
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,610Median: $45,100Highest 10%: $55,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,610 | $19.52 | |
| 25th | $44,040 | $21.17 | |
| Median | $45,100 | $21.68 | |
| 75th | $48,010 | $23.08 | |
| 90th | $55,740 | $26.80 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $46,380 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $45,090 |
| Seattle, WA | $44,040 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for slaughterer and meat packers.
| 8. Oklahoma | $45,970 |
| 9. Michigan | $45,850 |
| 10. New Jersey | $45,230 |
| 11. Washington | $45,100 |
| 12. Illinois | $44,950 |
| 13. Missouri | $44,490 |
| 14. South Dakota | $44,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a slaughterer and meat packer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $21.68 ($45,100 a year).
Do slaughterer and meat packers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $45,100 against $40,130 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Washington rank for slaughterer and meat packer pay?
Washington ranks 11 of 47 states.
Which city in Washington pays slaughterer and meat packers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $46,380 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.