SOC 25-4012 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Curators is $61,776 per year ($29.70/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $47,278 and $81,349 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $105,518 per year. There are approximately 12,280 curators employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $17.84 | $37,107 |
| P25 | $22.73 | $47,278 |
| P50MEDIAN | $29.70 | $61,776 |
| P75 | $39.11 | $81,349 |
| P90 | $50.73 | $105,518 |
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 Curators is $61,776 per year ($29.70/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $47,278 and $81,349 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Curators is $105,518 per year ($50.73/hr). The 75th percentile is $81,349 per year.
Entry-level Curators (10th percentile) earn approximately $37,107 per year ($17.84/hr). The 25th percentile is $47,278 per year.
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