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Historians Salary in Ohio

Historians in Ohio earn a median of $60,350 a year, −21% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$60,350
vs. U.S. median
−21% ($76,750)
Rank among states
30 of 35
Jobs in the state
Not published

Pay range in Ohio

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,540; the top 10% earn over $99,690. Nationally the range is $42,730 to $131,810.

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How much do historians make in Ohio?

The median is $60,350 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,540 and the top 10% earn over $99,690. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Ohio a good state for historians?

On pay alone it ranks 30 of 35 (−21% vs. the national median of $76,750). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses