How much does an anthropologist and archeologist make in Washington?
$74,790a year
Median yearly pay for anthropologist and archeologists in Washington. That is $35.96 an hour or $6,233 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.96
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,560Median: $74,790Highest 10%: $116,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,560 | $26.23 | |
| 25th | $63,580 | $30.57 | |
| Median | $74,790 | $35.96 | |
| 75th | $96,080 | $46.19 | |
| 90th | $116,200 | $55.87 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $85,160 |
| Seattle, WA | $74,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for anthropologist and archeologists.
| 10. Montana | $79,420 |
| 11. Wyoming | $76,400 |
| 12. Alabama | $75,690 |
| 13. Washington | $74,790 |
| 14. Utah | $73,920 |
| 15. North Carolina | $73,130 |
| 16. California | $72,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an anthropologist and archeologist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $35.96 ($74,790 a year).
Do anthropologist and archeologists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $74,790 against $70,770 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Washington rank for anthropologist and archeologist pay?
Washington ranks 13 of 45 states.
Which city in Washington pays anthropologist and archeologists the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $85,160 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.