How much does a curator make in Washington?
$74,030a year
Median yearly pay for curators in Washington. That is $35.59 an hour or $6,169 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.59
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,720Median: $74,030Highest 10%: $119,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,720 | $21.98 | |
| 25th | $58,740 | $28.24 | |
| Median | $74,030 | $35.59 | |
| 75th | $93,090 | $44.75 | |
| 90th | $119,200 | $57.32 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $78,340 |
| Portland, OR | $64,060 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for curators.
| 7. Massachusetts | $77,790 |
| 8. Connecticut | $76,510 |
| 9. South Dakota | $74,990 |
| 10. Washington | $74,030 |
| 11. Colorado | $73,630 |
| 12. Nevada | $69,900 |
| 13. Wisconsin | $64,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a curator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $35.59 ($74,030 a year).
Do curators make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $74,030 against $63,420 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Washington rank for curator pay?
Washington ranks 10 of 49 states.
Which city in Washington pays curators the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $78,340 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.