Compensation and Benefits Managers Salary in Washington
Compensation and Benefits Managers in Washington earn a median of $199,190 a year, +33% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $199,190
- vs. U.S. median
- +33% ($149,230)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 460
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $116,830; the top 10% earn over $301,180. Nationally the range is $89,160 to $256,570.
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- Project Management Specialists$124,160 median in Washington
Compensation and Benefits Managers pay in Washington
How much do compensation and benefits managers make in Washington?
The median is $199,190 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $116,830 and the top 10% earn over $301,180. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for compensation and benefits managers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 45 (+33% vs. the national median of $149,230). Living costs are not included.