Washington Salary Data
Salary comparisons across 1 metropolitan area in Washington. Prices in Washington were 7.0% above the national level in 2024 (BEA regional price parity 107.0).
Metro Areas in Washington
| Metro Area | Price Level (US = 100) | vs National Level |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | 111.1 | +11.1% |
| Washington (statewide) | 107.0 | +7.0% |
Top Paying Occupations in Washington
| Occupation | WA Median | National Median | vs National | Metro Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $166,540 | $135,980 | +$30,560 | Seattle, WA |
| Lawyer | $154,130 | $159,670 | -$5,540 | Seattle, WA |
| Registered Nurse | $124,200 | $97,550 | +$26,650 | Seattle, WA |
| Financial Analyst | $107,210 | $102,740 | +$4,470 | Seattle, WA |
| Electrician | $95,220 | $63,190 | +$32,030 | Seattle, WA |
Salary by City — Washington
4Wages and Prices in Washington
This dataset covers 1 metropolitan area in Washington: Seattle. BEA's regional price parity for it is 111.1 (United States = 100), and the statewide figure is 107.0.
Of the occupations featured here, Software Developer has the highest statewide median at $166,540; in Seattle, WA, the one metro area covered here, its median is $167,280.
To compare a wage across areas, divide it by the area's regional price parity and multiply by 100. That restates it at national-average prices; it covers prices only, not taxes. For a specific role, browse all occupations and drill into each one to see side-by-side city differences within Washington.
Statewide median salary by occupation in Washington
State-level BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates (all metro and non-metro areas combined), highest median first. Each row links to the full state page for that occupation.
| Occupation | Median | 75th pct | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician | $307,170 | $363,470 | 6,300 |
| Sales Manager | $174,000 | $226,150 | 10,030 |
| Marketing Manager | $172,270 | $224,170 | 8,880 |
| Network Engineer | $168,070 | $200,940 | 4,730 |
| Software Developer | $166,540 | $211,860 | 107,030 |
| HR Manager | $165,530 | $211,210 | 4,560 |
| Data Scientist | $163,350 | $208,320 | 9,600 |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $163,350 | $208,320 | 9,600 |
| Pharmacist | $160,610 | $179,480 | 7,350 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $156,100 | $169,500 | 6,700 |
| Construction Manager | $155,070 | $177,990 | 6,010 |
| Cybersecurity Analyst | $154,940 | $178,890 | 6,030 |
| Lawyer | $154,130 | $205,130 | 12,770 |
| Supply Chain Manager | $136,500 | $166,730 | 2,490 |
| Actuary | $134,720 | $175,600 | 360 |
| Operations Manager | $133,750 | $188,290 | 50,630 |
| Dental Hygienist | $131,160 | $134,670 | 6,330 |
| UX Designer | $130,480 | $170,400 | 11,580 |
| Cloud Architect | $128,940 | $168,030 | 14,360 |
| Registered Nurse | $124,200 | $134,240 | 69,260 |
| Project Manager | $124,160 | $162,490 | 36,240 |
| Database Administrator | $118,140 | $145,800 | 1,730 |
| Financial Advisor | $114,050 | $174,970 | 5,790 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $110,430 | $139,870 | 8,240 |
| Civil Engineer | $110,000 | $133,050 | 12,590 |
| Business Analyst | $109,170 | $150,020 | 24,760 |
| Occupational Therapist | $107,670 | $127,390 | 3,340 |
| Financial Analyst | $107,210 | $136,340 | 8,820 |
| Physical Therapist | $105,950 | $129,390 | 5,370 |
| Technical Writer | $104,070 | $131,940 | 1,620 |
| DevOps Engineer | $103,910 | $127,740 | 8,600 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $102,350 | $115,880 | 28,980 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $102,090 | $121,560 | 4,130 |
| Accountant | $96,550 | $122,480 | 34,740 |
| Tax Manager | $96,550 | $122,480 | 34,740 |
| Electrician | $95,220 | $121,530 | 19,380 |
| School Counselor | $82,670 | $104,690 | 6,610 |
| Plumber | $81,030 | $107,420 | 12,470 |
| Paralegal | $79,400 | $100,960 | 9,460 |
| College Professor | $78,940 | $101,560 | 470 |
| HVAC Technician | $75,660 | $93,970 | 7,370 |
| Investment Banker | $75,510 | $101,480 | 8,770 |
| Welder | $63,020 | $73,650 | 7,720 |
| Medical Assistant | $59,290 | $63,590 | 19,500 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest paying jobs in Washington?
Among the occupations featured on this page, Software Developer has the highest statewide median in Washington at $166,540 per year, followed by Lawyer at $154,130. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How do prices in Washington compare with the rest of the country?
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis puts the regional price parity for Washington at 107.0 for 2024, where the United States is 100. That is 7.0% above the national level. For the metro area covered here: Seattle, WA 111.1.