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

Medical Coder Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$62,270/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$29.94/hr
▲ 22% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
5,010
public U.S. Median
$51,140
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$58,189 #12 of 51

Medical Coder pay in Washington, explained

Medical coders in Washington earn a median of $62,270 per year ($29.94 per hour), which is 22% above the national median of $51,140. Entry-level workers earn around $45,500, while the most experienced medical coders reach about $98,130. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $62,270 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $62,270 is worth about $58,189 in national buying power — ranking Washington #12 for real pay (vs #4 on the sticker number).

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Medical Coder pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$45,500
$21.88/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$62,270
$29.94/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$98,130
$47.18/hr

Medical Coder pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs WA
Washington (here) $62,270 $58,189
Oregon $59,000 $57,081 +$3,270
Idaho $53,460 $55,983 +$8,810

Medical Coder in Washington: FAQ

How much do medical coders make in Washington?

Medical coders in Washington earn a median of $62,270 per year ($29.94 per hour), compared with $51,140 nationally.

Does Washington pay medical coders well?

At $62,270, Washington pays 22% above the national median for medical coders. An estimated 5,010 work in the state.

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