Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for security and fire alarm systems installers is $35.07 an hour ($72,950 a year). About 1,670 people work in this job there.
That is 21% higher than the U.S. median ($60,070). Washington ranks 6th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for security and fire alarm systems installers in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.10 | $48,050 |
| 25% of workers | $28.66 | $59,610 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.07 | $72,950 |
| 75% of workers | $39.37 | $81,880 |
| 90% of workers | $47.77 | $99,350 |
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $75,910 | 1,000 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $73,990 | 30 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $65,380 | 50 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $64,510 | 60 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $64,190 | 160 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $62,890 | 50 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for security and fire alarm systems installers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.8% over ten years, faster than average · about 8,500 openings a year (BLS)
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