How much does an architect make in Washington?
$100,200a year
Median yearly pay for architects in Washington. That is $48.17 an hour or $8,349 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.17
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $70,020Median: $100,200Highest 10%: $130,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $70,020 | $33.66 | |
| 25th | $80,960 | $38.92 | |
| Median | $100,200 | $48.17 | |
| 75th | $114,400 | $55.01 | |
| 90th | $130,400 | $62.68 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kennewick, WA | $102,900 |
| Seattle, WA | $100,600 |
| Portland, OR | $100,500 |
| Spokane, WA | $95,910 |
| Bremerton, WA | $95,350 |
| Olympia, WA | $93,720 |
| Bellingham, WA | $92,320 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for architects.
| 15. New Hampshire | $101,100 |
| 16. Georgia | $100,400 |
| 17. Oklahoma | $100,400 |
| 18. Washington | $100,200 |
| 19. Minnesota | $99,940 |
| 20. New Jersey | $99,800 |
| 21. New York | $99,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an architect make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $48.17 ($100,200 a year).
Do architects make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $100,200 against $99,280 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Washington rank for architect pay?
Washington ranks 18 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays architects the most?
Kennewick-Richland, WA, with a median of $102,900 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.