As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Ombudsman in Washington is $181,939, equivalent to $87 per hour, $3,499 weekly, or $15,162 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Ombudsman in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Ombudsman in Washington vary widely, spanning from $155,491 to $220,262. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($168,095) and 75th percentile ($201,999), while top earners (90th percentile) make $220,262 per year. This $33,904 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Case Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Washington Ombudsman often earn 8.4% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 28 companies. However, Washington currently ranks 4 nationwide for Ombudsman 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
Ombudsman Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $155,491 WA October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $168,095 WA October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $181,939 WA October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $201,999 WA October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $220,262 WA October 01, 2026
25% $168,095 10% $155,491 90% $220,262 75% $201,999 $181,939 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Ombudsman ?

An ombudsman, ombudsperson, ombud, or public advocate is an official who is charged with representing the interests of the public by investigating and addressing complaints of maladministration or a violation of rights. The ombudsman is usually appointed by the government or by parliament, but with a significant degree of independence. In some countries an inspector general, citizen advocate or other official may have duties similar to those of a national ombudsman, and may also be appointed by a legislature. Below the national level an ombudsman may be appointed by a state, local or municipal...

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Aberdeen, WA Avg. Salary $169,689 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Acme, WA Avg. Salary $168,081 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Addy, WA Avg. Salary $165,022 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Adna, WA Avg. Salary $170,296 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Airway Heights, WA Avg. Salary $165,812 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Albion, WA Avg. Salary $164,810 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Allyn, WA Avg. Salary $174,666 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Almira, WA Avg. Salary $163,766 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Amanda Park, WA Avg. Salary $167,800 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Amboy, WA Avg. Salary $169,050 Date Updated October 01, 2026
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