Physician, Pathologists salary in Washington
What physicians, pathologists earn in Washington and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$300,680$144.56 per hour
vs U.S.−4%U.S. median $312,400
Middle half earn$214,780 – $324,990Top 10%: $460,870+
Jobs2000.79× the U.S. concentration
Physician, Pathologists pay in Washington cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $300,580 | $144.51 | 140 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $239,200+ | $115.00+ | 100 |
Hospitals and jobs in Washington
Physician, Pathologists pay in similar states
Oklahoma · $317,850 Florida · $313,510 Ohio · $309,480 Michigan · $303,070 Colorado · $294,510 Massachusetts · $285,240
Other healthcare salaries in Washington
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $47,730 Registered Nurses · $124,200 Nursing Assistants · $49,180 Medical Assistants · $59,290 Dental Assistants · $58,090 Pharmacy Technicians · $58,900 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $72,760 Pharmacists · $160,610 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $83,150 Nurse Practitioners · $156,100 Dental Hygienists · $131,160 Physicians, All Other · $307,170
Questions
How much does a physician, pathologists make in Washington?
Physicians, Pathologists in Washington earned a median of $300,680 a year ($144.56 an hour) in May 2025, 4% less than the national median of $312,400. The middle half earned $214,780 to $324,990.
Where in Washington do physicians, pathologists earn the most?
Among areas in Washington, pay was highest in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA at $300,580.
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.