Archivists Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,520 +1.5% vs national
Median hourly $30.06
10th percentile $44,130
90th percentile $89,270
Employed locally 40
National median $61,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,130
    25th
    $51,610
    50th (median)
    $62,520
    75th
    $70,400
    90th
    $89,270

    Top-paying metros for Archivists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area $104,780
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $97,550
    District of Columbia $92,100
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $89,380
    New Mexico $83,770
    Maryland $75,330

    Related occupations in Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $46,370
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $95,600
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $102,380
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $51,930
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $101,620
    Self-Enrichment Teachers $45,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Archivists make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Archivists in Western Washington is $30.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.78 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Archivists salaries?

    The median Archivists salary in Western Washington is 1.5% above the national median of $61,570. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Archivists in Western Washington?

    Entry-level Archivists (10th percentile) earn around $44,130 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,610.