How much does a museum technician and conservator make in Washington?
$59,610a year
Median yearly pay for museum technician and conservators in Washington. That is $28.66 an hour or $4,968 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.66
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,430Median: $59,610Highest 10%: $77,650
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,430 | $20.40 | |
| 25th | $47,750 | $22.96 | |
| Median | $59,610 | $28.66 | |
| 75th | $65,730 | $31.60 | |
| 90th | $77,650 | $37.33 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $61,370 |
| Portland, OR | $52,050 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for museum technician and conservators.
| 4. Connecticut | $62,030 |
| 5. California | $61,550 |
| 6. Alaska | $60,840 |
| 7. Washington | $59,610 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $58,530 |
| 9. Illinois | $56,720 |
| 10. New Mexico | $56,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a museum technician and conservator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $28.66 ($59,610 a year).
Do museum technician and conservators make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $59,610 against $51,440 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Washington rank for museum technician and conservator pay?
Washington ranks 7 of 45 states.
Which city in Washington pays museum technician and conservators the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $61,370 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.