Historians Salary in Illinois
Historians in Illinois earn a median of $89,670 a year, +17% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $89,670
- vs. U.S. median
- +17% ($76,750)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- Not published
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $71,190; the top 10% earn over $111,650. Nationally the range is $42,730 to $131,810.
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How much do historians make in Illinois?
The median is $89,670 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $71,190 and the top 10% earn over $111,650. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for historians?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 35 (+17% vs. the national median of $76,750). Living costs are not included.