Accountant Salary in Seattle, WA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$96,767
Hourly Rate
$46.52
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,537
employed
Accountant Salary Range in Seattle, WA
Annual Salary Range
$63k
10th percentile
$78k
25th
$114k
75th
$136k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $62,892 | $30.24 |
| 25th Percentile | $78,426 | $37.70 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $96,767 | $46.52 |
| 75th Percentile | $113,645 | $54.64 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $136,329 | $65.54 |
| Average (Mean) | $105,082 | $50.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Accountant salary in Seattle, WA is $96,767 per year or $46.52 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Seattle, WA Compares
vs National Average
$79,880
vs Washington Average
$79,748
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$64,684
Cost of living in Seattle, WA is 49.6% above the national average.
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