Archivists Salary (2025)
Based on 7,970 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $39,970 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $50,680 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $64,550 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $83,020 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $110,550 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$40K
25th
$51K
Median
$65K
75th
$83K
90th
$111K
Highest Paying States for Archivists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $93,530 |
| Maryland | $86,880 |
| Massachusetts | $81,700 |
| Connecticut | $81,360 |
| Rhode Island | $80,690 |
| Washington | $78,620 |
| New York | $78,040 |
| California | $77,160 |
| New Jersey | $74,040 |
| Michigan | $69,090 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Archivists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $93,530 per year, while Michigan has an average of $69,090 — a difference of $24,440. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Archivists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 7,970 workers were employed as Archivistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Educational Instruction and Library Occupations. The annual mean wage of $70,640 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-4011