As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Computational Engineer in Richland, WA is $101,493, equivalent to $49 per hour, $1,952 weekly, or $8,458 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Computational Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Computational Engineer in Richland, WA vary widely, spanning from $88,364 to $113,693. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($94,621) and 75th percentile ($107,879), while top earners (90th percentile) make $113,693 per year. This $13,258 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Linux, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Richland Computational Engineer often earn 2.8% higher than national averages. However, Richland currently ranks 202 statewide for Computational Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Computational Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Computational Engineer Salary $88,364 Richland, WA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Computational Engineer Salary $94,621 Richland, WA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Computational Engineer Salary $101,493 Richland, WA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Computational Engineer Salary $107,879 Richland, WA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Computational Engineer Salary $113,693 Richland, WA April 01, 2026
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    Engineer I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Computational Engineer in Richland, WA. The base salary for Computational Engineer ranges from $94,621 to $107,879 with the average base salary of $101,493. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $98,059 to $117,064 with the average total cash compensation of $106,589.

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About Richland, Washington    Richland (/ˈrɪtʃlənd/) is a city in Benton County in the southeastern part of the State of Washington, at the confluence of the Yakima and the Columbi....More

Richland, Washington  area prices were up 2.9% from a year ago

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