Historians Salary in Washington
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Washington
Historians in Washington earn a median salary of $108,160 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, +46.1% vs the national median of $74,050. An estimated 450 historians are employed across Washington, with salaries ranging from $100,610 to $115,710 depending on location.
$108,160
Avg median salary in Washington
$115,710
Highest paying metro
$100,610
Lowest paying metro
450
Employed in Washington
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Historians salaries by city in Washington
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV | $115,710 | $74,290 | $145,480 | 420 |
| Seattle, WA | $100,610 | $81,330 | $110,280 | 30 |