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Archivists Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Archivists make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$70,530
Median Annual Salary
▲
+13.5% vs 2024
$77,160
Mean Salary
$70,530
Median Salary
$33.91
Hourly Rate
1,160 people work as Archivists in California
Archivists salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Archivists in California earn a median salary of $70,530 per year ($5,877/month).
This is 14.7% above the national average of $61,503.
California ranks #8 out of 38 states for Archivists pay.
Approximately 1,160 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 13.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Archivists
Appraise, edit, and direct safekeeping of permanent records and historically valuable documents. Participate in research activities based on archival materials.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Writing
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Critical Thinking
3.38
Speaking
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
History and Archeology
4.32
English Language
4.13
Customer and Personal Service
4.06
Administrative
3.68
Administration and Management
3.61
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(80.7% of workers)
Salaries for Archivists in California range from $43,540 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $122,190 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $53,200 and $91,170.
Median $70,530
P10: $43,540P25: $53,200P75: $91,170P90: $122,190
10th
$43,540
25th
$53,200
Median
$70,530
75th
$91,170
90th
$122,190
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$43,540
$20.93
$3,628
25th Percentile
$53,200
$25.58
$4,433
Median (50th)
$70,530
$33.91
$5,877
75th Percentile
$91,170
$43.83
$7,597
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$122,190
$58.75
$10,182
Note: The mean (average) salary of $77,160 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Archivists in California is $70,530 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $77,160.
What is the salary range for a Archivists in California?
Salaries for Archivists in California range from $43,540 at the 10th percentile to $122,190 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $53,200 and $91,170.
What is the starting salary for a Archivists in California?
Entry-level Archivists positions in California typically start around $43,540 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $53,200 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Archivists in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,160 people are employed as Archivists in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Archivists in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Archivists in California is approximately $33.91 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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