Customer Service Representative salary in Seattle, WA
Median pay, Seattle metro
$53,550/year
about $25.75 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $46,060 – $61,330
Half of customer service representatives in the Seattle metro area earn more than $53,550 a year and half earn less. That's 20% higher than the national median of $44,770, and ranks #3 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $41,200 | $19.81 |
| 25th | $46,060 | $22.14 |
| Median (50th) | $53,550 | $25.75 |
| 75th | $61,330 | $29.49 |
| 90th (top earners) | $76,280 | $36.67 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a customer service representative job in the Seattle metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $46,060 ($22.14/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $46,060 to $61,330 ($22.14 to $29.49/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $61,330 ($29.49/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Check whether pay includes performance bonuses or depends on metrics like call times.
- Remote customer service roles are common, and also a frequent target for job scams. Never pay for equipment up front.
- Ask about scheduling: rotating shifts, weekends and holidays are common.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Seattle metro. Occupation: Customer Service Representatives (SOC 43-4051). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.