May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Western Washington
Western Washington nonmetropolitan area
355 occupations
Across 355 occupations with published wages in Western Washington, physicians, all other record the highest median at $315,660 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Western Washington
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 4,690 | $47,420 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 4,490 | $36,820 |
| Cashiers | 3,990 | $36,880 |
| Retail Salespersons | 3,580 | $38,350 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 2,480 | $43,960 |
| Registered Nurses | 2,420 | $107,450 |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | 2,230 | $48,410 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 2,220 | $48,090 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 2,080 | $62,540 |
| Office Clerks, General | 1,800 | $48,460 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Cooks, Short Order | $34,650 | — |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $34,650 | 60 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $35,860 | 370 |
| Dishwashers | $36,040 | 800 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $36,120 | 190 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $36,220 | 300 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $36,640 | 320 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $36,820 | 4,490 |
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $36,860 | 120 |
| Cashiers | $36,880 | 3,990 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.