How much does an art director make in Washington?
$121,200a year
Median yearly pay for art directors in Washington. That is $58.25 an hour or $10,100 a month.
- Hourly
- $58.25
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $69,690Median: $121,200Highest 10%: $215,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $69,690 | $33.50 | |
| 25th | $82,790 | $39.80 | |
| Median | $121,200 | $58.25 | |
| 75th | $157,100 | $75.55 | |
| 90th | $215,900 | $103.80 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $145,400 |
| Seattle, WA | $124,600 |
| Spokane, WA | $73,850 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for art directors.
| 5. New Hampshire | $132,000 |
| 6. Vermont | $129,300 |
| 7. New Jersey | $129,200 |
| 8. Washington | $121,200 |
| 9. Georgia | $110,400 |
| 10. Minnesota | $109,700 |
| 11. Utah | $106,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an art director make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $58.25 ($121,200 a year).
Do art directors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $121,200 against $114,900 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Washington rank for art director pay?
Washington ranks 8 of 46 states.
Which city in Washington pays art directors the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $145,400 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.