Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $124,160 | $104,968 | +18% |
| Median hourly wage | $59.69 | $50.47 | +18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $116,037.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $126,720 | $85,800 | $191,400 | 165 |
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in Washington is $124,160, or about $59.69 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. Washington is +18% above the national median.
Entry-level project managers in Washington typically earn from $85,800 depending on the city and employer.
With 36,240 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $124,160, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.