Podiatrist Salary in Washington (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Washington Median
$232,970
per year
Hourly Rate
$112.00
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+45% vs US median
US median $160,300
State Rank
#5 of 41
140 employed here

How much does a Podiatrist make in Washington?

A Podiatrist working in Washington earns a median salary of $232,970 per year, or about $112.00 per hour. That is 45% above the national median of $160,300 for this occupation.

Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $67,790 while the top 10% make $340,910 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $129,250 and $293,380 a year.

Podiatrist salary range in Washington

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$67,790$32.59
25th percentile (early career)$129,250$62.14
50th percentile (median)$232,970$112.00
75th percentile (experienced)$293,380$141.05
90th percentile (top earners)$340,910$163.90

How Washington compares

Washington ranks 5th out of 41 states and territories for Podiatrist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$265,740
2Minnesota$261,180
3Oklahoma$253,380
4New Hampshire$250,070
5Washington$232,970

Working as a Podiatrist in Washington

Nationally, about 10,000 people work as Podiatrists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Washington pay ($232,970) 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 Podiatrist make in Washington?
The median Podiatrist salary in Washington is $232,970 per year, or about $112.00 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $67,790 at the entry level to $340,910 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Podiatrists about 45% more than the national median of $160,300. Washington ranks 5th out of 41 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Podiatrists?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $232,970 a year. About 140 Podiatrists 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.