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Archivists Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Archivists make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$59,340
Median Annual Salary
▼
-14.7% vs 2024
$67,020
Mean Salary
$59,340
Median Salary
$28.53
Hourly Rate
200 people work as Archivists in Illinois
Archivists salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Archivists in Illinois earn a median salary of $59,340 per year ($4,945/month).
This is 3.5% below the national average of $61,503.
Illinois ranks #17 out of 38 states for Archivists pay.
Approximately 200 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries decreased by 14.7% 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 Illinois range from $47,500 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $96,360 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $54,950 and $76,790.
Median $59,340
P10: $47,500P25: $54,950P75: $76,790P90: $96,360
10th
$47,500
25th
$54,950
Median
$59,340
75th
$76,790
90th
$96,360
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$47,500
$22.84
$3,958
25th Percentile
$54,950
$26.42
$4,579
Median (50th)
$59,340
$28.53
$4,945
75th Percentile
$76,790
$36.92
$6,399
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$96,360
$46.33
$8,030
Note: The mean (average) salary of $67,020 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Archivists in Illinois is $59,340 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $67,020.
What is the salary range for a Archivists in Illinois?
Salaries for Archivists in Illinois range from $47,500 at the 10th percentile to $96,360 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $54,950 and $76,790.
What is the starting salary for a Archivists in Illinois?
Entry-level Archivists positions in Illinois typically start around $47,500 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $54,950 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Archivists in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 200 people are employed as Archivists in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Archivists in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Archivists in Illinois is approximately $28.53 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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