General and Operations Managers Salary in Washington (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for General and Operations Managers in Washington, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Washington Median
$133,750
per year
Hourly Rate
$64.30
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+26% vs US median
US median $105,770
State Rank
#6 of 51
50,630 employed here

How much do General and Operations Managers make in Washington?

General and Operations Managers in Washington take home a median of $133,750 annually — roughly $64.30 an hour — which runs 26% above the national median of $105,770.

Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $77,680 while the top 10% make $269,320 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $101,030 and $188,290 a year.

General and Operations Managers salary range in Washington

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$77,680$37.35
25th percentile (early career)$101,030$48.57
50th percentile (median)$133,750$64.30
75th percentile (experienced)$188,290$90.52
90th percentile (top earners)$269,320$129.48

How Washington compares

Washington ranks 6th out of 51 states and territories for General and Operations Managers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1New Jersey$173,690
2District of Columbia$168,000
3South Dakota$137,400
4Connecticut$137,220
5Delaware$137,220

Working as General and Operations Managers in Washington

Nationally, about 3,503,000 people work as General and Operations Managers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Washington pay ($133,750) 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 General and Operations Managers make in Washington?
The median General and Operations Managers salary in Washington is $133,750 per year, or about $64.30 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $77,680 at the entry level to $269,320 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays General and Operations Managers about 26% more than the national median of $105,770. Washington ranks 6th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for General and Operations Managers?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $133,750 a year. About 50,630 General and Operations Managers 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.