Art Directors Salary in Washington
Art Directors in Washington earn a median of $121,170 a year, +6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $121,170
- vs. U.S. median
- +6% ($114,850)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 650
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $69,690; the top 10% earn over $215,900. Nationally the range is $64,900 to $213,050.
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- Graphic Designers$72,710 median in Washington
- Fashion Designers$82,030 median in Washington
- Music Directors and Composers$75,060 median in Washington
- Producers and Directors$81,550 median in Washington
- Set and Exhibit Designers$77,230 median in Washington
- Film and Video Editors$66,870 median in Washington
Art Directors pay in Washington
How much do art directors make in Washington?
The median is $121,170 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $69,690 and the top 10% earn over $215,900. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for art directors?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 46 (+6% vs. the national median of $114,850). Living costs are not included.