Urban and Regional Planners Salary in Washington
Urban and Regional Planners in Washington earn a median of $100,990 a year, +13% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $100,990
- vs. U.S. median
- +13% ($89,320)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,180
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,190; the top 10% earn over $126,340. Nationally the range is $60,010 to $134,490.
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Urban and Regional Planners pay in Washington
How much do urban and regional planners make in Washington?
The median is $100,990 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,190 and the top 10% earn over $126,340. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for urban and regional planners?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 51 (+13% vs. the national median of $89,320). Living costs are not included.