May 2025 · State · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Washington
Washington
757 occupations
Across 757 occupations with published wages in Washington, cardiologists record the highest median at $656,330 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Washington
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Software Developers | 107,030 | $166,540 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 103,260 | $47,730 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 94,710 | $37,710 |
| Retail Salespersons | 84,850 | $39,560 |
| Registered Nurses | 69,260 | $124,200 |
| Cashiers | 61,050 | $38,720 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 57,370 | $44,620 |
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | 51,650 | $100,360 |
| General and Operations Managers | 50,630 | $133,750 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 49,450 | $46,190 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other | $34,650 | — |
| Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products | $34,950 | 2,830 |
| Cutters and Trimmers, Hand | $35,960 | — |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $37,270 | 9,530 |
| Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials | $37,620 | 460 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $37,710 | 94,710 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $37,770 | 4,720 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $37,790 | 7,000 |
| Agricultural Equipment Operators | $38,470 | 550 |
| Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashiers | $38,640 | 670 |
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.