Metro profile · CBSA 31020
Healthcare wages in Longview-Kelso, WA
11 occupations with reported wage data, scored on the WageBench 0-100 scale that blends pay, cost of living, state tax, and license access.
COL Index (RPP)
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100 = national avg
HUD FMR (2BR)
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Fair-market rent
GSA Per Diem
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Lodging stipend cap
Avg Score
51
Across 11 roles
Every healthcare occupation in Longview-Kelso
Sortable by median wage, take-home after state tax, or WageBench Score. Click any role for state + metro comparison.
11 occupations
| Occupation | Category | Annual Median | Take-Home | WageBench Score ↓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | support | $61,480 | $61,480 | 54 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | support | $47,840 | $47,840 | 54 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | allied | $58,250 | $58,250 | 53 |
| Dentists, General | physician | $204,950 | $204,950 | 52 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | nursing | $77,940 | $77,940 | 52 |
| Pharmacists | allied | $172,630 | $172,630 | 52 |
| Nursing Assistants | support | $47,830 | $47,830 | 50 |
| Nurse Practitioners | nursing | $148,960 | $148,960 | 50 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | allied | $98,710 | $98,710 | 48 |
| Physical Therapists | allied | $107,810 | $107,810 | 48 |
| Dental Assistants | support | $47,500 | $47,500 | 47 |
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Take-home, GSA stipend math vs HUD FMR, license context, and a 5-state comparison — formatted for assignment evaluation.