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How much does a Compensation Specialist I make in Washington? The average Compensation Specialist I salary in Washington is $69,800 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $63,000 and $76,700. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Compensation Specialist I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Compensation Specialist I Salary $56,809 WA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Compensation Specialist I Salary $63,000 WA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Compensation Specialist I Salary $69,800 WA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Compensation Specialist I Salary $76,700 WA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Compensation Specialist I Salary $82,982 WA March 26, 2024
25% $63,000 10% $56,809 90% $82,982 75% $76,700 $69,800 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Compensation Specialist I evaluates jobs, determines pay grades, participates in compensation surveys, and performs associated analysis. Assists in the analysis, design, and administration of employer compensation programs, including base pay, incentive pay, and performance management programs. Being a Compensation Specialist I typically requires a bachelor's degree. Ensures that requests for pay adjustments comply with current compensation policy. In addition, Compensation Specialist I typically reports to manager. Being a Compensation Specialist I works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as a Compensation Specialist I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Compensation Specialist I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Compensation Specialist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Aberdeen, WA Avg. Salary $67,426 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acme, WA Avg. Salary $66,391 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addy, WA Avg. Salary $65,485 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adna, WA Avg. Salary $67,426 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Airway Heights, WA Avg. Salary $66,002 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, WA Avg. Salary $65,485 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allyn, WA Avg. Salary $69,820 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Almira, WA Avg. Salary $65,485 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amanda Park, WA Avg. Salary $67,426 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amboy, WA Avg. Salary $66,779 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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