Archivists
Appraise, edit, and direct safekeeping of permanent records and historically valuable documents. Participate in research activities based on archival materials.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Archivists to increase by 3.4% between 2024 and 2034, from 10,300 to 10,600 jobs. Its estimate of 1,100 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($64,550), education (Master's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
10,300
Projected employment (2034)
10,600
Projected change (2024–2034)
3%
Annual openings (projected average)
1,100
Pay & Preparation
$64,550
Master's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Reading Comprehension (4.12/5) • Writing (3.88/5) • Active Listening (3.88/5) • Speaking (3.5/5) • Active Learning (3.38/5) • Critical Thinking (3.38/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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