Psychiatrist salary in Washington
What psychiatrists earn in Washington and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$304,920$146.60 per hour
vs U.S.+8%U.S. median $281,870
Middle half earn$175,900 – $332,330Top 10%: $363,850+
Jobs3600.57× the U.S. concentration
Psychiatrist pay in Washington cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $307,710 | $147.94 | 230 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $239,200+ | $115.00+ | 140 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA | $301,790 | $145.09 | 50 |
Hospitals and jobs in Washington
Psychiatrist pay in similar states
Missouri · $312,680 Maryland · $305,320 Vermont · $302,770 Maine · $300,180 Utah · $299,670 Iowa · $295,270
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 psychiatrist make in Washington?
Psychiatrists in Washington earned a median of $304,920 a year ($146.60 an hour) in May 2025, 8% more than the national median of $281,870. The middle half earned $175,900 to $332,330.
Where in Washington do psychiatrists earn the most?
Among areas in Washington, pay was highest in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA at $307,710.
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.