Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers Salary in Western Washington

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

Median annual salary $47,260 -14% vs national
Median hourly $22.72
10th percentile $38,420
90th percentile $77,850
Employed locally 90
National median $54,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,420
    25th
    $46,480
    50th (median)
    $47,260
    75th
    $63,590
    90th
    $77,850

    Top-paying metros for Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $93,470
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $87,560
    Anchorage, AK $84,680
    Vallejo, CA $84,330
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $79,970
    Bend, OR $78,570

    Related occupations in Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lawyers $126,700
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $62,120
    Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates $119,300
    Legal Support Workers, All Other $60,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers in Western Washington is $22.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.18 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers salaries?

    The median Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers salary in Western Washington is 14% below the national median of $54,980. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers in Western Washington?

    Entry-level Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers (10th percentile) earn around $38,420 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,480.