SOC 25-4011 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Archivists is $61,568 per year ($29.60/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $47,882 and $79,851 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $104,770 per year. There are approximately 7,050 archivists employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $18.91 | $39,333 |
| P25 | $23.02 | $47,882 |
| P50MEDIAN | $29.60 | $61,568 |
| P75 | $38.39 | $79,851 |
| P90 | $50.37 | $104,770 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Archivists is $61,568 per year ($29.60/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $47,882 and $79,851 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Archivists is $104,770 per year ($50.37/hr). The 75th percentile is $79,851 per year.
Entry-level Archivists (10th percentile) earn approximately $39,333 per year ($18.91/hr). The 25th percentile is $47,882 per year.
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