Archivists Salary in Rhode Island
Archivists in Rhode Island earn a median of $76,990 a year, +19% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $76,990
- vs. U.S. median
- +19% ($64,550)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range in Rhode Island
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,140; the top 10% earn over $116,650. Nationally the range is $39,970 to $110,550.
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Archivists pay in Rhode Island
How much do archivists make in Rhode Island?
The median is $76,990 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,140 and the top 10% earn over $116,650. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Rhode Island a good state for archivists?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 38 (+19% vs. the national median of $64,550). Living costs are not included.