Per diem · WashingtonFY2027
Seattle, WA
GSA rates valid October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 · covers King
Lodging / night$188–$255varies by season
M&IE / day$92meals + incidentals
First/last day$6975% of M&IE
Max per full day$347
Above standard rate+$142lodging vs $113
vs FY2026 peak+$7+2.8% · M&IE unchanged
Lodging month by month
Oct$255
Nov$188
Dec$188
Jan$188
Feb$188
Mar$188
Apr$188
May$188
Jun$255
Jul$255
Aug$255
Sep$255
Oct 2026Peak $255 in Oct, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep · low $188Sep 2027
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FY2027 rates by season
| Dates | Max lodging | M&IE | Max per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1 – Oct 31 | $255 | $92 | $347 |
| Nov 1 – May 31 | $188 | $92 | $280 |
| Jun 1 – Sep 30 | $255 | $92 | $347 |
Lodging rates do not include hotel taxes, which are reimbursed separately.
M&IE breakdown for $92
Deduct a meal when it is provided, for example a conference lunch.
| Meal | Amount |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | $23 |
| Lunch | $26 |
| Dinner | $38 |
| Incidental expenses | $5 |
| Total M&IE per day | $92 |
| First and last day of travel (75%) | $69 |
Rate history
Lodging and M&IE by fiscal year.
| Fiscal year | Lodging | M&IE | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2027 | $188–$255 | $92 | 3 |
| FY2026 | $188–$248 | $92 | 2 |
| FY2025 | $188–$248 | $92 | 2 |
Driving? The GSA rate for your own car is 76¢ per mile from July 1, 2026. Mileage rates and calculator →
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Common questions
What is the per diem rate for Seattle in FY2027?
For October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027, the GSA lodging rate in Seattle, WA is $188–$255 per night depending on the season, and the meals and incidental expenses (M&IE) rate is $92 per day.
How much is M&IE on the first and last day in Seattle?
Federal travelers get 75% of the M&IE rate on the first and last day of travel: $69 in Seattle.
Which counties does the Seattle per diem rate cover?
The Seattle rate applies to: King. Places outside the listed counties use the standard CONUS rate of $113 lodging and $68 M&IE.
Is the lodging rate the amount I get paid?
No. Lodging is a maximum. You are reimbursed your actual hotel cost up to the nightly rate; hotel taxes are reimbursed separately. M&IE is a flat daily allowance.