Archivists Salary in New Jersey
Archivists in New Jersey earn a median of $67,900 a year, +5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $67,900
- vs. U.S. median
- +5% ($64,550)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,930; the top 10% earn over $114,390. Nationally the range is $39,970 to $110,550.
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Archivists pay in New Jersey
How much do archivists make in New Jersey?
The median is $67,900 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,930 and the top 10% earn over $114,390. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for archivists?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 38 (+5% vs. the national median of $64,550). Living costs are not included.