verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Cyber Security Analyst Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$154,940/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$74.49/hr
▲ 20% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
6,030
public U.S. Median
$129,180
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$144,786 #1 of 48

Cyber Security Analyst pay in Washington, explained

Cyber security analysts in Washington earn a median of $154,940 per year ($74.49 per hour), which is 20% above the national median of $129,180. Entry-level workers earn around $96,730, while the most experienced cyber security analysts reach about $211,720. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $154,940 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $154,940 is worth about $144,786 in national buying power — ranking Washington #1 for real pay (vs #1 on the sticker number).

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Cyber Security Analyst pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$96,730
$46.50/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$154,940
$74.49/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$211,720
$101.79/hr

Cyber Security Analyst in Washington: FAQ

How much do cyber security analysts make in Washington?

Cyber security analysts in Washington earn a median of $154,940 per year ($74.49 per hour), compared with $129,180 nationally.

Does Washington pay cyber security analysts well?

At $154,940, Washington pays 20% above the national median for cyber security analysts. An estimated 6,030 work in the state.

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