Salary Overview for Washington
The median individual income in Washington is $44,830 per year, while the mean (average) individual income is $58,310. The median household income is $90,325.
Cost of Living Adjusted Salary
Washington's cost of living index is 114 (national average = 100). This means the median salary of $44,830 in Washington has the purchasing power of approximately $39,325 at the national average cost of living. The higher cost of living in Washington means you need to earn more to maintain the same standard of living.
Minimum Wage in Washington
The current minimum wage in Washington is $16.66/hour, which equals approximately $34,653 per year for a full-time worker (40 hours/week, 52 weeks). See our complete Washington minimum wage guide for tipped wages, scheduled increases, and more.
Top Employers in Washington
- Amazon
- Microsoft
- Boeing
Major Industries in Washington
- Technology
- Aerospace
- Healthcare
Tax Rates in Washington
See the full tax breakdown including income tax, sales tax, property tax, and more on our Washington tax rates page.
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