Social and Community Service Managers Salary in Washington (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Washington Median
$103,000
per year
Hourly Rate
$49.52
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+28% vs US median
US median $80,390
State Rank
#2 of 51
3,650 employed here

How much do Social and Community Service Managers make in Washington?

Social and Community Service Managers working in Washington earn a median salary of $103,000 per year, or about $49.52 per hour. That is 28% above the national median of $80,390 for this occupation.

Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $71,270 while the top 10% make $156,990 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $84,250 and $128,650 a year.

Social and Community Service Managers salary range in Washington

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$71,270$34.26
25th percentile (early career)$84,250$40.50
50th percentile (median)$103,000$49.52
75th percentile (experienced)$128,650$61.85
90th percentile (top earners)$156,990$75.48

How Washington compares

Washington ranks 2nd out of 51 states and territories for Social and Community Service Managers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$106,700
2Washington$103,000
3Alaska$98,370
4Colorado$97,440
5New York$95,980

Working as Social and Community Service Managers in Washington

Nationally, about 209,000 people work as Social and Community Service Managers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Washington pay ($103,000) 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 Social and Community Service Managers make in Washington?
The median Social and Community Service Managers salary in Washington is $103,000 per year, or about $49.52 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $71,270 at the entry level to $156,990 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Social and Community Service Managers about 28% more than the national median of $80,390. Washington ranks 2nd out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Social and Community Service Managers?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $103,000 a year. About 3,650 Social and Community Service 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.