Archivists Salary in Washington
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Washington
Archivists in Washington earn a median salary of $71,342 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, +15.9% vs the national median of $61,570. An estimated 1,040 archivists are employed across Washington, with salaries ranging from $56,790 to $89,380 depending on location.
$71,342
Avg median salary in Washington
$89,380
Highest paying metro
$56,790
Lowest paying metro
1,040
Employed in Washington
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Archivists salaries by city in Washington
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV | $89,380 | $61,480 | $116,930 | 540 |
| Olympia, WA | $74,360 | $62,560 | $88,400 | 90 |
| Seattle, WA | $73,660 | $60,430 | $89,260 | 310 |
| Western Washington | $62,520 | $51,610 | $70,400 | 40 |
| Spokane, WA | $56,790 | $47,890 | $68,120 | 60 |