May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Yakima
Yakima, WA
292 occupations
Across 292 occupations with published wages in Yakima, physicians, all other record the highest median at $293,080 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Yakima
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 4,770 | $44,490 |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | 4,550 | $39,070 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 3,280 | $35,830 |
| Retail Salespersons | 2,680 | $36,640 |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | 2,150 | $47,380 |
| Cashiers | 2,110 | $36,010 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | 2,020 | $36,080 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 2,020 | $40,460 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 1,690 | $39,210 |
| Registered Nurses | 1,610 | $102,950 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $34,650 | 120 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $34,670 | 120 |
| Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products | $34,750 | 1,250 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $35,170 | 130 |
| Animal Caretakers | $35,650 | 110 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $35,680 | 170 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $35,830 | 3,280 |
| Dishwashers | $35,950 | 270 |
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $35,960 | 100 |
| Cashiers | $36,010 | 2,110 |
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.