Archivists Salary in Washington
Archivists in Washington earn a median of $76,490 a year, +18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $76,490
- vs. U.S. median
- +18% ($64,550)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 640
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,910; the top 10% earn over $104,020. Nationally the range is $39,970 to $110,550.
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Archivists pay in Washington
How much do archivists make in Washington?
The median is $76,490 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,910 and the top 10% earn over $104,020. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for archivists?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 38 (+18% vs. the national median of $64,550). Living costs are not included.