Psychiatrist Salary in Washington
Based on 360+ workers in Washington
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (WA)
$304,920
$146.60/hr
vs National Average
$257,685
+18.3% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$92K – $364K
360 employed in Washington
Salary Distribution — Psychiatrist in Washington
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $92,320 |
| 25th percentile | $175,900 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $304,920 |
| 75th percentile | $332,330 |
| 90th percentile | $363,850 |
Top-Paying Industries for Psychiatrist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Psychiatrists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Psychiatrists in Washington tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $305,530 | 3K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $300,030 | 90 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $286,770 | 23K |
| Administrative and Support Services | $280,010 | 70 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $188,090 | 240 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Psychiatrist in Washington vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Washington) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $215,730 |
| 2025 | $304,920 |
| 2026 (projected) | $323,215 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Washington Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $215,730 | $185,151 |
| 2025 | $304,920 | $257,685 |
| 2026 (projected) | $323,215 | $273,146 |
Psychiatrist Salary by Experience Level in Washington
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $175,900 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $304,920 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $332,330 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $363,850 |
Psychiatrist Salary in Other States
Related Psychiatrist Salaries in Washington
How other high-demand occupations in Washington compare to Psychiatrist ($304,920 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Psychiatrist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiologist in WA | $656,330 | +115.2% | $315.54/hr |
| Anesthesiologist in WA | $499,990 | +64.0% | $240.38/hr |
| Surgeon in WA | $479,460 | +57.2% | $230.51/hr |
| Emergency Medicine Physician in WA | $380,870 | +24.9% | $183.11/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in WA | $343,140 | +12.5% | $164.97/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in WA | $340,010 | +11.5% | $163.47/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in WA | $292,900 | -3.9% | $140.82/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in WA | $274,390 | -10.0% | $131.92/hr |
| Podiatrist in WA | $232,970 | -23.6% | $112.00/hr |
| Dentist in WA | $169,730 | -44.3% | $81.60/hr |
| Pediatrician in WA | $169,540 | -44.4% | $81.51/hr |
| Physician Assistant in WA | $164,360 | -46.1% | $79.02/hr |