Value of Volunteer Time in Washington

In Washington, an hour of volunteer time is worth $42.98 (2025, Independent Sector). Enter your hours below to get a sourced, grant-ready dollar value.

2025 (preliminary): $42.98/hr2024 (final): $41.70/hrvs. national: +$6.84

Total volunteer hours

State

Source year

Estimated value of volunteer time

$42,980.00

1,000 hours × $42.98/hr · Washington (2025)

Source: Independent Sector, 2026 Value of Volunteer Time Report. Based on the average hourly earnings of all production and non-supervisory workers on private non-farm payrolls (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), increased by 15.3% for fringe benefits.

How much are volunteer hours worth in Washington?

For 2025, Independent Sector estimates the value of an hour of volunteer time in Washington at $42.98. That makes 100 volunteer hours worth $4,298.00, and 1,000 hours worth $42,980.00.

Washington's rate is higher than the national average of $36.14 per hour. Based on the average hourly earnings of all production and non-supervisory workers on private non-farm payrolls (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), increased by 15.3% for fringe benefits. Because the figure is tied to local wages, using the Washington rate is the most defensible choice for a Washington-based program.

Source: Independent Sector, 2026 Value of Volunteer Time Report. Use the national calculator →

FAQ

Washington volunteer value — FAQ

What is the value of volunteer time in Washington?

The value of volunteer time in Washington is $42.98 per hour for 2025 (Independent Sector preliminary estimate). The most recent final figure is $41.70 per hour for 2024.

How do I calculate the dollar value of volunteer hours in Washington?

Multiply your total volunteer hours by $42.98 (the 2025 Washington rate). For example, 1,000 volunteer hours are worth $42,980.00. The calculator above does this for you and exports a sourced report.

Why is Washington's rate different from the national average?

Independent Sector derives each state's value from local average hourly earnings (Bureau of Labor Statistics). Washington's $42.98 is $6.84 above the national average of $36.14 because local wages differ.

Can I use the Washington figure in a grant application?

Yes. Documenting in-kind volunteer value is widely accepted for demonstrating community support and match. Cite Independent Sector and note you used the Washington state figure. Always confirm a specific funder's allowable match rules.