Creative & Education Dover, DE Pop. 39,403

Archivist Salary in Dover, Delaware

The median archivist salary in Dover, DE is $56,294 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 5% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$56,294
vs State Avg
$-2,932
vs National
$-2,346
Cost of Living
96%

Archivist Salary in Dover by Experience

In Dover, an entry-level archivist earns around $36,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $84,480 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,480
$-1,520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$57,600
$-2,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$84,480
$-3,520 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dover, DE

Percentile Dover
10th Percentile $34,560
25th Percentile $44,160
Median (50th) $56,294
75th Percentile $72,960
90th Percentile $90,240

Archivist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$61,572
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$59,813
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$58,054
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$57,467
Pop. 22,350

How to Become a Archivist in Dover

Education

Most archivist positions require a master's degree. Dover and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Archival ScienceCatalogingDigital PreservationResearchDatabase ManagementMetadata

Job Outlook

Nationally, archivist employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Dover may vary based on local industry and population growth.