New Jersey Median
$67,900
per year
Hourly Rate
$32.64
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+5% vs US median
US median $64,550
State Rank
#9 of 38
70 employed here
How much does an Archivist make in New Jersey?
Archivists in New Jersey take home a median of $67,900 annually — roughly $32.64 an hour — which runs 5% above the national median of $64,550.
Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $48,930 while the top 10% make $114,390 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $52,450 and $82,960 a year.
Archivist salary range in New Jersey
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $48,930 | $23.52 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $52,450 | $25.22 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $67,900 | $32.64 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $82,960 | $39.88 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $114,390 | $55.00 |
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How New Jersey compares
New Jersey ranks 9th out of 38 states and territories for Archivist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Archivist salary in other states
District of Columbia $93,040Connecticut $79,790Massachusetts $78,180Rhode Island $76,990Washington $76,490Maryland $76,440New York $73,860California $70,530Minnesota $65,740Michigan $63,890Oregon $61,880New Hampshire $61,410Pennsylvania $60,690Missouri $60,020Wisconsin $59,400Illinois $59,340Colorado $59,210Louisiana $59,070Georgia $59,010Iowa $59,010Ohio $58,790Arkansas $58,560Idaho $58,370Alabama $57,860Utah $56,660Maine $56,260North Carolina $55,370Indiana $54,220Delaware $53,890Tennessee $53,210South Carolina $52,810Florida $52,100Oklahoma $51,940Texas $50,160Kansas $49,200Kentucky $48,810Arizona $47,010
Working as an Archivist in New Jersey
Nationally, about 8,000 people work as Archivists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare New Jersey pay ($67,900) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Archivist make in New Jersey?
The median Archivist salary in New Jersey is $67,900 per year, or about $32.64 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $48,930 at the entry level to $114,390 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Archivists about 5% more than the national median of $64,550. New Jersey ranks 9th out of 38 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Archivists?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $67,900 a year. About 70 Archivists are employed in New Jersey. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New Jersey?
The highest-paying occupations in New Jersey include Radiologist ($482,700), Surgeon, All Other ($437,890), Physician, Pathologists ($355,970), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.