Museum Technicians and Conservators Salary (2025)
Based on 12,310 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $33,780 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $41,050 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $51,440 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $67,640 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $87,530 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$34K
25th
$41K
Median
$51K
75th
$68K
90th
$88K
Highest Paying States for Museum Technicians and Conservators
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Maryland | $85,110 |
| District of Columbia | $78,090 |
| New York | $73,780 |
| Connecticut | $66,770 |
| Rhode Island | $65,070 |
| California | $64,000 |
| Massachusetts | $61,720 |
| Washington | $60,540 |
| Illinois | $59,800 |
| Nevada | $59,510 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Museum Technicians and Conservators salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Maryland at an average of $85,110 per year, while Nevada has an average of $59,510 — a difference of $25,600. 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 Museum Technicians and Conservators
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 12,310 workers were employed as Museum Technicians and Conservatorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Educational Instruction and Library Occupations. The annual mean wage of $57,410 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-4013