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Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists average salary by city in Washington
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennewick | $137,280 | $122,180 | $97,470 | $105,097 | 100 |
| Olympia | $125,250 | $118,290 | $92,730 | $96,874 | 104 |
| Seattle | $118,000 | $105,430 | $80,950 | $91,843 | 111 |
| Spokane | $96,400 | $92,010 | $63,840 | $76,647 | 100 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Washington has no state income tax; Washington's WA Cares (0.58%) and Paid Family and Medical Leave payroll premiums are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists salary by city and state
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-1042.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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