Pile Driver Operator Salary in Washington (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Washington Median
$111,080
per year
Hourly Rate
$53.40
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+52% vs US median
US median $73,300
State Rank
#2 of 11
50 employed here

How much does a Pile Driver Operator make in Washington?

Pile Driver Operators in Washington take home a median of $111,080 annually — roughly $53.40 an hour — which runs 52% above the national median of $73,300.

Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $99,180 while the top 10% make $140,630 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $110,320 and $121,220 a year.

Pile Driver Operator salary range in Washington

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$99,180$47.68
25th percentile (early career)$110,320$53.04
50th percentile (median)$111,080$53.40
75th percentile (experienced)$121,220$58.28
90th percentile (top earners)$140,630$67.61

How Washington compares

Washington ranks 2nd out of 11 states and territories for Pile Driver Operator pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Massachusetts$120,980
2Washington$111,080
3California$110,340
4Pennsylvania$93,550
5Alaska$78,080

Working as a Pile Driver Operator in Washington

Nationally, about 2,000 people work as Pile Driver Operators in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Washington pay ($111,080) 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 Pile Driver Operator make in Washington?
The median Pile Driver Operator salary in Washington is $111,080 per year, or about $53.40 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $99,180 at the entry level to $140,630 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Pile Driver Operators about 52% more than the national median of $73,300. Washington ranks 2nd out of 11 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Pile Driver Operators?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $111,080 a year. About 50 Pile Driver Operators 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.