What nurse midwives earn in Washington and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $147,140 | $70.74 | 170 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $162,970 | $78.35 | 70 |
Nurse Midwives in Washington earned a median of $158,970 a year ($76.43 an hour) in May 2025, 19% more than the national median of $134,040. The middle half earned $110,510 to $162,970.
Among areas in Washington, pay was highest in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA at $162,970.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.