Archivists Salary in Pennsylvania
Archivists in Pennsylvania earn a median of $60,690 a year, −6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $60,690
- vs. U.S. median
- −6% ($64,550)
- Rank among states
- 14 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range in Pennsylvania
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $39,950; the top 10% earn over $89,610. Nationally the range is $39,970 to $110,550.
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Archivists pay in Pennsylvania
How much do archivists make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $60,690 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $39,950 and the top 10% earn over $89,610. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for archivists?
On pay alone it ranks 14 of 38 (−6% vs. the national median of $64,550). Living costs are not included.