Archivists Salary in Indiana
Archivists in Indiana earn a median of $54,220 a year, −16% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $54,220
- vs. U.S. median
- −16% ($64,550)
- Rank among states
- 29 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range in Indiana
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,320; the top 10% earn over $75,490. Nationally the range is $39,970 to $110,550.
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Archivists pay in Indiana
How much do archivists make in Indiana?
The median is $54,220 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,320 and the top 10% earn over $75,490. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Indiana a good state for archivists?
On pay alone it ranks 29 of 38 (−16% vs. the national median of $64,550). Living costs are not included.