How much does a switchboard operator make in Washington?
$47,800a year
Median yearly pay for switchboard operators in Washington. That is $22.98 an hour or $3,983 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.98
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,850Median: $47,800Highest 10%: $60,590
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,850 | $17.72 | |
| 25th | $41,040 | $19.73 | |
| Median | $47,800 | $22.98 | |
| 75th | $52,870 | $25.42 | |
| 90th | $60,590 | $29.13 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $50,470 |
| Spokane, WA | $46,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for switchboard operators.
| 1. Hawaii | $59,860 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $54,700 |
| 3. California | $48,840 |
| 4. Washington | $47,800 |
| 5. Minnesota | $47,430 |
| 6. New York | $45,330 |
| 7. New Hampshire | $44,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a switchboard operator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $22.98 ($47,800 a year).
Do switchboard operators make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $47,800 against $38,630 nationally, 24% more.
Where does Washington rank for switchboard operator pay?
Washington ranks 4 of 46 states.
Which city in Washington pays switchboard operators the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $50,470 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.