Archivists pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for archivists is $36.77 an hour ($76,490 a year). About 640 people work in this job there.
That is 18% higher than the U.S. median ($64,550). Washington ranks 5th of 38 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for archivists in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $25.44 | $52,910 |
| 25% of workers | $30.53 | $63,500 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.77 | $76,490 |
| 75% of workers | $44.60 | $92,770 |
| 90% of workers | $50.01 | $104,020 |
Archivists pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $78,530 | 310 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $77,990 | 100 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $64,430 | 50 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for archivists
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +3.4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $128,940 |
| Librarians and Media Collections Specialists | $100,030 |
| Library Technicians | $62,570 |
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