Washington Per Diem Rates (FY2026)
Washington has 9 GSA non-standard per diem areas for FY2026. Everywhere else uses the standard $178/day rate ($110 lodging + $68 M&IE). The most expensive is Seattle — up to $248/night lodging in June plus $92/day M&IE.
| Area | M&IE / day | Lodging / night | Peak month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everett / LynnwoodSnohomish | $86 | $113–$140 | Jun |
| Ocean ShoresGrays Harbor | $86 | $110–$132 | Jul |
| Olympia / TumwaterThurston | $80 | $128–$175 | Jul |
| Port Angeles / Port TownsendClallam / Jefferson | $92 | $137–$235 | Jul |
| Richland / PascoBenton / Franklin | $86 | $130 | flat |
| SeattleKing | $92 | $188–$248 | Jun |
| SpokaneSpokane | $86 | $126 | flat |
| TacomaPierce | $86 | $136 | flat |
| VancouverClark / Cowlitz / Skamania | $86 | $155 | flat |
| All other Washington locationsstandard rate | $68 | $110 | flat |
Estimated trip cost
A 4-night business trip to Seattle — Washington's most expensive per diem area — in June totals $1,406: $992 lodging (4 nights) + $414 M&IE (5 days, first & last day at 75%). Seattle month-by-month rates →
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Washington per diem FAQ
- What is the per diem rate in Washington?
- Washington has 9 GSA non-standard per diem areas with their own rates for FY2026. Everywhere else in Washington uses the standard CONUS rate of $178 per day: $110 for lodging plus $68 for meals & incidental expenses (M&IE).
- What is the meal reimbursement (M&IE) rate in Washington?
- Meal reimbursement in Washington ranges from $68 to $92 per day for FY2026, depending on the area. The first and last day of travel reimburse at 75% of the daily M&IE rate.