Education and Childcare Administrators Salary in Washington
Also called: Childcare Center Directors
Education and Childcare Administrators in Washington earn a median of $70,470 a year, +19% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $70,470
- vs. U.S. median
- +19% ($59,300)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,560
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,060; the top 10% earn over $107,980. Nationally the range is $38,580 to $98,240.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$166,590 median in Washington
- Education Administrators, Postsecondary$127,630 median in Washington
- Fitness and Wellness Coordinators$75,700 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Social and Community Service Managers$103,000 median in Washington
- Human Resources Managers$165,530 median in Washington
- Instructional Coordinators$97,250 median in Washington
Education and Childcare Administrators pay in Washington
How much do education and childcare administrators make in Washington?
The median is $70,470 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,060 and the top 10% earn over $107,980. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for education and childcare administrators?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 50 (+19% vs. the national median of $59,300). Living costs are not included.