Highway Maintenance Workers Salary in Eastern Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,050 +24.4% vs national
Median hourly $29.35
10th percentile $51,370
90th percentile $69,060
Employed locally 350
National median $49,070

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,370
    25th
    $56,670
    50th (median)
    $61,050
    75th
    $62,560
    90th
    $69,060

    Top-paying metros for Highway Maintenance Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $76,980
    Vallejo, CA $74,970
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $74,720
    Kankakee, IL $71,150
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $69,060
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $69,060

    Related occupations in Eastern Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $49,190
    Carpenters $59,850
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $61,740
    Electricians $78,900
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $91,270
    Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers $58,800

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Highway Maintenance Workers make per hour in Eastern Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Highway Maintenance Workers in Eastern Washington is $29.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.20 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Washington above or below average for Highway Maintenance Workers salaries?

    The median Highway Maintenance Workers salary in Eastern Washington is 24.4% above the national median of $49,070. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Highway Maintenance Workers in Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Highway Maintenance Workers (10th percentile) earn around $51,370 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,670.