Bridge and Lock Tenders Salary in Washington
Bridge and Lock Tenders in Washington earn a median of $78,020 a year, +35% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $78,020
- vs. U.S. median
- +35% ($57,700)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $70,260; the top 10% earn over $83,930. Nationally the range is $28,090 to $75,360.
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Bridge and Lock Tenders pay in Washington
How much do bridge and lock tenders make in Washington?
The median is $78,020 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $70,260 and the top 10% earn over $83,930. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for bridge and lock tenders?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 23 (+35% vs. the national median of $57,700). Living costs are not included.