How much does a taper make in Washington?
$79,040a year
Median yearly pay for tapers in Washington. That is $38.00 an hour or $6,587 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.00
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 1,550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,650Median: $79,040Highest 10%: $103,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,650 | $24.35 | |
| 25th | $60,630 | $29.15 | |
| Median | $79,040 | $38.00 | |
| 75th | $85,000 | $40.87 | |
| 90th | $103,900 | $49.94 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $92,490 |
| Seattle, WA | $80,340 |
| Kennewick, WA | $66,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tapers.
| 1. Illinois | $113,200 |
| 2. Hawaii | $95,490 |
| 3. Pennsylvania | $82,240 |
| 4. Washington | $79,040 |
| 5. Minnesota | $78,090 |
| 6. New York | $77,790 |
| 7. Kansas | $74,120 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a taper make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $38.00 ($79,040 a year).
Do tapers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $79,040 against $68,270 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Washington rank for taper pay?
Washington ranks 4 of 27 states.
Which city in Washington pays tapers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $92,490 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.