Computer Hardware Engineers Salary in Washington
Computer Hardware Engineers in Washington earn a median of $169,120 a year, +5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $169,120
- vs. U.S. median
- +5% ($161,740)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 1,800
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $100,120; the top 10% earn over $260,210. Nationally the range is $92,940 to $225,330.
States ranked near Washington
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Computer Hardware Engineers pay in Washington
How much do computer hardware engineers make in Washington?
The median is $169,120 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $100,120 and the top 10% earn over $260,210. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for computer hardware engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 41 (+5% vs. the national median of $161,740). Living costs are not included.