Historians Salary in Southwest New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,930 -46.1% vs national
Median hourly $19.20
10th percentile $32,710
90th percentile $77,150
Employed locally 30
National median $74,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,710
    25th
    $33,130
    50th (median)
    $39,930
    75th
    $61,620
    90th
    $77,150

    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 Southwest New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$62,030
    Biological Technicians$47,660
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$81,360
    School Psychologists$73,330
    Biological Scientists, All Other$78,170
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$122,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Historians make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Historians in Southwest New York is $19.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.09 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Historians salaries?

    The median Historians salary in Southwest New York is 46.1% 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 Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Historians (10th percentile) earn around $32,710 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,130.