How much does a therapist make in Washington?
$98,550a year
Median yearly pay for therapists in Washington. That is $47.38 an hour or $8,213 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.38
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 41
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,750Median: $98,550Highest 10%: $129,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,750 | $24.40 | |
| 25th | $89,690 | $43.12 | |
| Median | $98,550 | $47.38 | |
| 75th | $98,550 | $47.38 | |
| 90th | $129,300 | $62.18 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $98,550 |
| Portland, OR | $90,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for therapists.
| 2. Illinois | $116,200 |
| 3. New Jersey | $100,300 |
| 4. Hawaii | $99,560 |
| 5. Washington | $98,550 |
| 6. South Carolina | $90,980 |
| 7. Delaware | $90,120 |
| 8. Nebraska | $86,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a therapist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $47.38 ($98,550 a year).
Do therapists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $98,550 against $77,930 nationally, 26% more.
Where does Washington rank for therapist pay?
Washington ranks 5 of 41 states.
Which city in Washington pays therapists the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $98,550 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.