Automotive Service Technicians Salary in Washington
Median Annual Salary
$57,790
$27.78/hr
Salary Range
$38,530 – $86,990
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
13,740
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$53,858
real purchasing power
16.3% above the national median ($49,670)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$38,530 (entry)$57,790 (median)$86,990 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+21.7%
$9,605 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $60,450 | 7,230 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $58,020 | 300 |
| Bellingham | $57,320 | 390 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $55,570 | 500 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $55,020 | 500 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $54,370 | 1,270 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $51,490 | 240 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $50,890 | 610 |
| Longview-Kelso | $49,250 | 210 |
| Yakima | $48,850 | 440 |
| Walla Walla | $48,600 | 90 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.