Computer Programmers Salary in Washington
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 8 metro areas • Washington
Computer Programmers in Washington earn a median salary of $108,775 per year on average across 8 metro and nonmetro areas, +10.2% vs the national median of $98,670. An estimated 4,320 computer programmers are employed across Washington, with salaries ranging from $92,600 to $167,970 depending on location.
$108,775
Avg median salary in Washington
$167,970
Highest paying metro
$92,600
Lowest paying metro
4,320
Employed in Washington
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inComputer Programmers salaries by city in Washington
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | $167,970 | $124,270 | $201,230 | — |
| Olympia, WA | $108,740 | $77,560 | $117,590 | 30 |
| Bellingham, WA | $104,240 | $94,120 | $119,170 | 40 |
| Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV | $103,580 | $82,580 | $145,650 | 4,090 |
| Bremerton, WA | $102,150 | $80,430 | $121,940 | 30 |
| Kennewick, WA | $96,670 | $96,670 | $111,230 | — |
| Wenatchee, WA | $94,250 | $87,740 | $96,430 | 40 |
| Spokane, WA | $92,600 | $90,110 | $94,540 | 90 |