Sales Engineers Salary in Western Washington

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

Median annual salary $122,240 +0.6% vs national
Median hourly $58.77
10th percentile $97,260
90th percentile —
Employed locally 40
National median $121,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $97,260
    25th
    $122,240
    50th (median)
    $122,240
    75th
    $134,370

    Top-paying metros for Sales Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $179,490
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $173,640
    Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN $170,400
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $169,560
    Arizona $169,470
    Delaware $166,400

    Related occupations in Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Retail Salespersons $36,430
    Cashiers $35,840
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers $51,260
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products $72,270
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel $52,000
    Counter and Rental Clerks $42,420

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Sales Engineers make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Sales Engineers in Western Washington is $58.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Sales Engineers salaries?

    The median Sales Engineers salary in Western Washington is 0.6% above the national median of $121,520. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Sales Engineers in Western Washington?

    Entry-level Sales Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $97,260 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $122,240.