Seattle Salary Percentile
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Where does your salary rank in Seattle? The median salary here is $94K, 59% above the national median of $59K. Enter your salary below to see your exact percentile among Seattle workers.

Seattle median

$94K

National median

$59K

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Seattle salary percentiles — 2024

Percentile	Seattle	National
10th	$24K	$15K
25th	$41K	$26K
50th (median)median	$94K	$59K
75th	$155K	$97K
90th	$231K	$145K
95th	$319K	$200K
99th	$558K	$350K

City figures derived from BLS OEWS 2024 metro area median. National figures from BLS national percentile data.

Key insight

Seattle's median salary of $94K is 59% above the US national median of $59K. The top 25% of Seattle workers earn at least $155K. The top 10% threshold is around $231K.

Seattle salary — frequently asked questions

What is the median salary in Seattle?

The median annual salary in Seattle is approximately $94K based on 2024 BLS data. This is 59% above the national median of $59K.

Where does your salary rank in Seattle?

Use the calculator above to find your exact salary percentile in Seattle. The Seattle median is $94K. If you earn above this, you rank in the top half of Seattle workers. The calculator compares your salary to both the Seattle distribution and the national distribution.

How does Seattle compare to the national median salary?

Seattle's median salary of $94K is 59% above the US national median of $59K. This means Seattle workers earn above the typical American worker on a gross basis. Cost of living differences may affect real purchasing power.

What salary is needed to be in the top 25% in Seattle?

To reach the top 25% of earners in Seattle, you need approximately $155K or more. The top 10% threshold in Seattle is around $231K.

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