Historians Salary (2025)
Based on 3,450 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $42,730 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $57,290 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $76,750 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $99,990 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $131,810 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$43K
25th
$57K
Median
$77K
75th
$100K
90th
$132K
Highest Paying States for Historians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Maryland | $115,840 |
| District of Columbia | $113,140 |
| Massachusetts | $112,310 |
| Minnesota | $111,290 |
| Virginia | $107,970 |
| Hawaii | $101,310 |
| California | $100,750 |
| Oregon | $96,360 |
| Washington | $96,270 |
| Illinois | $90,280 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Historians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Maryland at an average of $115,840 per year, while Illinois has an average of $90,280 — a difference of $25,560. 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 Historians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 3,450 workers were employed as Historianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations. The annual mean wage of $81,240 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-3093