Washington Median
$58,620
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.18
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+16% vs US median
US median $50,670
State Rank
#5 of 51
32,930 employed here
How much do Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks make in Washington?
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in Washington take home a median of $58,620 annually — roughly $28.18 an hour — which runs 16% above the national median of $50,670.
Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $45,070 while the top 10% make $77,630 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $49,830 and $66,400 a year.
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks salary range in Washington
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $45,070 | $21.67 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $49,830 | $23.96 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $58,620 | $28.18 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $66,400 | $31.92 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $77,630 | $37.32 |
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How Washington compares
Washington ranks 5th out of 51 states and territories for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks salary in other states
District of Columbia $65,180Connecticut $59,970Massachusetts $59,830California $59,230New Jersey $58,300New York $58,160Alaska $56,430Vermont $54,720Minnesota $54,600Oregon $54,060Colorado $54,000Maryland $53,540Rhode Island $53,280New Hampshire $52,450Delaware $51,780Virginia $51,620Arizona $50,590Maine $50,510Nevada $50,380Wisconsin $50,340North Dakota $49,710Illinois $49,560Utah $49,440Georgia $49,350Florida $49,330Michigan $48,980Texas $48,910Ohio $48,810Hawaii $48,730Pennsylvania $48,440Idaho $48,310Iowa $48,180Tennessee $48,180New Mexico $48,080Missouri $47,990South Carolina $47,940North Carolina $47,930Wyoming $47,910Indiana $47,820Kansas $47,290Montana $47,270Nebraska $47,110Kentucky $46,550South Dakota $46,340Oklahoma $46,180Louisiana $44,890Alabama $44,640West Virginia $42,890Arkansas $42,840Mississippi $42,840
Working as Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in Washington
Nationally, about 1,374,000 people work as Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Washington pay ($58,620) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks make in Washington?
The median Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks salary in Washington is $58,620 per year, or about $28.18 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $45,070 at the entry level to $77,630 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks about 16% more than the national median of $50,670. Washington ranks 5th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $58,620 a year. About 32,930 Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks are employed in Washington. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Washington?
The highest-paying occupations in Washington include Cardiologist ($656,330), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($553,310), Dermatologist ($526,170), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.