Historians Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $33,660 -54.5% vs national
Median hourly $16.18
10th percentile $31,920
90th percentile $76,180
Employed locally 40
National median $74,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,920
    25th
    $31,960
    50th (median)
    $33,660
    75th
    $51,000
    90th
    $76,180

    Top-paying metros for Historians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $121,710
    District of Columbia $117,960
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $116,520
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $115,710
    San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $101,900
    North Carolina $101,440

    Related occupations in Capital/Northern New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    School Psychologists $81,650
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $75,030
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $101,350
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $80,240
    Urban and Regional Planners $81,660
    Biological Technicians $37,900

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Historians make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Historians in Capital/Northern New York is $16.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.63 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Historians salaries?

    The median Historians salary in Capital/Northern New York is 54.5% below the national median of $74,050. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Historians in Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Historians (10th percentile) earn around $31,920 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,960.