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Editors average salary by city in Washington
- Seattle$85,440
- Spokane$83,730
- Bremerton$83,510
- Olympia$73,430
- Bellingham$71,050
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $85,440 | $79,660 | $56,900 | $68,937 | 111 |
| Spokane | $83,730 | $67,810 | $49,730 | $67,734 | 100 |
| Bremerton | $83,510 | $73,470 | $52,790 | $67,579 | 106 |
| Olympia | $73,430 | $68,830 | $51,860 | $60,488 | 104 |
| Bellingham | $71,050 | $62,290 | $55,360 | $58,814 | 103 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Washington has no state income tax; Washington's WA Cares (0.58%) and Paid Family and Medical Leave payroll premiums are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 27-3041.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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