Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $172,270 | $163,773 | +5% |
| Median hourly wage | $82.82 | $78.74 | +5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $161,000.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $208,930 | $99,000 | $231,000 | 165 |
The median annual salary for a Marketing Manager in Washington is $172,270, or about $82.82 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Marketing Managers is $163,773. Washington is +5% above the national median.
Entry-level marketing managers in Washington typically earn from $99,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 8,880 marketing manager jobs on record and a median salary of $172,270, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.