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How much do Historians make in Nevada?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Historians in Nevada earn a median salary of $80,140 per year ($6,678/month). This is 5.0% above the national average of $76,309. Nevada ranks #12 out of 35 states for Historians pay. Salaries increased by 5.9% compared to 2024.
Research, analyze, record, and interpret the past as recorded in sources, such as government and institutional records, newspapers and other periodicals, photographs, interviews, films, electronic media, and unpublished manuscripts, such as personal diaries and letters.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Salaries for Historians in Nevada range from $78,030 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $108,620 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $80,140 and $84,570.
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $78,030 | $37.51 | $6,502 |
| 25th Percentile | $80,140 | $38.53 | $6,678 |
| Median (50th) | $80,140 | $38.53 | $6,678 |
| 75th Percentile | $84,570 | $40.66 | $7,047 |
| 90th Percentile (Experienced) | $108,620 | $52.22 | $9,051 |
Note: The mean (average) salary of $89,870 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
What does this salary really buy? See Historians salary in Nevada adjusted for cost of living →
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Compare Historians pay across states — sorted by highest median salary.
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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.
Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS