Washington per diem rates by city
Cities with their own GSA rate for FY2026, highest lodging first. Seasonal cities show their range. Anywhere not listed defaults to the CONUS standard of $110 lodging / $68 M&IE.
| City / area | Lodging / night | M&IE / day |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $188–$248 | $92 |
| Port Angeles / Port Townsend | $137–$235 | $92 |
| Olympia / Tumwater | $128–$175 | $80 |
| Vancouver | $155 | $86 |
| Everett / Lynnwood | $113–$140 | $86 |
| Tacoma | $136 | $86 |
| Ocean Shores | $110–$132 | $86 |
| Richland / Pasco | $130 | $86 |
| Spokane | $126 | $86 |
| All other Washington locations (CONUS standard) | $110 | $68 |
Calculate a Washington trip
Pick any city and your dates to total the lodging + M&IE per diem, including the first/last-day 75% rule.
GSA Per Diem Calculator · FY2026
Washington per diem
Meals provided?
SEATTLE · WA · FY2026 · GSA
$248
Lodging / night
$92
M&IE / day
$726
Total trip per diem
2 nights · 3 days (first & last day at 75% M&IE = $69)
Rates published by GSA · fiscal year Oct 2025 – Sep 2026
Reimbursement at or below this rate under an accountable plan is not taxable to the employee. Learn more →
Frequently asked questions
What is the per diem rate for Washington in 2026?＋
Washington has 10 GSA-listed cities with their own rates (up to $248 lodging). Everywhere else in Washington uses the CONUS standard of $110 lodging and $68 M&IE.
What is the standard per diem rate in Washington?＋
Cities without a specific GSA rate use the FY2026 CONUS standard: $110 for lodging and $68 for meals & incidentals per day.
Is per diem taxable in Washington?＋
No — reimbursement at or below the GSA rate under an accountable plan is not taxable to the employee anywhere in the U.S., including Washington.