How Much Does a Senior Computer Engineer Make in Olympia, WA ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Senior Computer Engineer Salary in Olympia, WA

As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Computer Engineer in Olympia, WA is $153,635, equivalent to $74 per hour, $2,955 weekly, or $12,803 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior Computer Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Senior Computer Engineer in Olympia, WA vary widely, spanning from $134,872 to $171,993. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($143,814) and 75th percentile ($163,244), while top earners (90th percentile) make $171,993 per year. This $19,430 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Attention to Detail or 3D CAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Olympia Senior Computer Engineer often earn 2.2% higher than national averages. However, Olympia currently ranks 182 statewide for Senior Computer Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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10th Percentile Senior Computer Engineer Salary $134,872 Olympia, WA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Computer Engineer Salary $143,814 Olympia, WA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Computer Engineer Salary $153,635 Olympia, WA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Computer Engineer Salary $163,244 Olympia, WA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Computer Engineer Salary $171,993 Olympia, WA April 01, 2026
25% $143,814 10% $134,872 90% $171,993 75% $163,244 $153,635 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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A software engineer is a person who applies the principles of software engineering to the design, development, maintenance, testing, and evaluation of computer software. Prior to the mid-1970s, software practitioners called themselves computer programmers or software developers, regardless of their actual jobs. Many people prefer to call themselves software developer and programmer, because most widely agree what these terms mean, while the exact meaning of software engineer is still being debated....

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About Olympia, Washington    Olympia is the capital of the U.S. state of Washington and the county seat of Thurston County. European settlers claimed the area in 1846, with the Tr....More

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