Mathematician Salary in Washington (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Washington Median
$162,280
per year
Hourly Rate
$78.02
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+28% vs US median
US median $126,710
State Rank
#1 of 12
100 employed here

How much does a Mathematician make in Washington?

A Mathematician working in Washington earns a median salary of $162,280 per year, or about $78.02 per hour. That is 28% above the national median of $126,710 for this occupation.

Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $102,050 while the top 10% make $239,960 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $112,900 and $194,120 a year.

Mathematician salary range in Washington

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$102,050$49.06
25th percentile (early career)$112,900$54.28
50th percentile (median)$162,280$78.02
75th percentile (experienced)$194,120$93.33
90th percentile (top earners)$239,960$115.37

How Washington compares

Washington ranks 1st out of 12 states and territories for Mathematician pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$162,280
2Virginia$148,030
3Maryland$131,810
4Illinois$130,970
5New York$126,950

Working as a Mathematician in Washington

Nationally, about 2,000 people work as Mathematicians in the United States. A doctoral or professional degree (8 or more years of higher education) is required.

Considering a move? Compare Washington pay ($162,280) 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 does a Mathematician make in Washington?
The median Mathematician salary in Washington is $162,280 per year, or about $78.02 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $102,050 at the entry level to $239,960 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Mathematicians about 28% more than the national median of $126,710. Washington ranks 1st out of 12 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Mathematicians?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $162,280 a year. About 100 Mathematicians 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.

← See the national Mathematician salary report

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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.