Washington Median
$59,330
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.52
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+18% vs US median
US median $50,340
State Rank
#2 of 51
4,920 employed here
How much do Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance make in Washington?
Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance in Washington take home a median of $59,330 annually — roughly $28.52 an hour — which runs 18% above the national median of $50,340.
Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $44,050 while the top 10% make $88,000 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $49,920 and $72,240 a year.
Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance salary range in Washington
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $44,050 | $21.18 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $49,920 | $24.00 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $59,330 | $28.52 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $72,240 | $34.73 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $88,000 | $42.31 |
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How Washington compares
Washington ranks 2nd out of 51 states and territories for Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance salary in other states
District of Columbia $72,260Minnesota $59,220North Dakota $57,580Illinois $57,240Delaware $57,170Alaska $56,730Vermont $56,360New York $55,810Massachusetts $55,690Maine $55,150Oregon $54,980New Jersey $54,590Colorado $54,070Nebraska $53,880New Hampshire $52,770Hawaii $52,570California $52,350Wisconsin $52,350Missouri $51,410Maryland $51,350Utah $51,010Virginia $50,710Ohio $50,320Indiana $50,060Kentucky $49,990Pennsylvania $49,960Idaho $49,660Tennessee $49,660Michigan $49,490Rhode Island $49,320Georgia $49,180Alabama $48,790Wyoming $48,690North Carolina $48,230Connecticut $47,960Nevada $47,920Arizona $47,880South Carolina $47,550Texas $47,320Kansas $47,170Montana $47,140Arkansas $47,130Louisiana $47,050Iowa $47,000West Virginia $46,620Florida $45,880Mississippi $45,660Oklahoma $44,950New Mexico $43,960South Dakota $43,920
Working as Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance in Washington
Nationally, about 203,000 people work as Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Washington pay ($59,330) 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 Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance make in Washington?
The median Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance salary in Washington is $59,330 per year, or about $28.52 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $44,050 at the entry level to $88,000 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance about 18% more than the national median of $50,340. Washington ranks 2nd out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $59,330 a year. About 4,920 Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance 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.