Anthropologists and Archeologists pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for anthropologists and archeologists is $34.02 an hour ($70,770 a year). About 8,990 people work in this job there.
Pay range for anthropologists and archeologists in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.58 | $49,050 |
| 25% of workers | $28.56 | $59,400 |
| Half of workers (median) | $34.02 | $70,770 |
| 75% of workers | $43.11 | $89,670 |
| 90% of workers | $51.95 | $108,060 |
Best-paying states for anthropologists and archeologists
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $121,300 | 80 |
| Nebraska | $94,520 | 40 |
| Connecticut | $91,420 | 0 |
| Alaska | $89,810 | 130 |
| Idaho | $88,710 | 170 |
| Oregon | $84,970 | 240 |
| Hawaii | $84,530 | 210 |
| Virginia | $80,230 | 320 |
| Pennsylvania | $79,660 | 130 |
| Montana | $79,420 | 80 |
Pay by state
- Arizona · $65,290
- California · $72,240
- Florida · $59,270
Education, experience and outlook for anthropologists and archeologists
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6% over ten years, faster than average · about 800 openings a year (BLS)
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