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Archivist Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median archivist salary in Aurora, IL is $55,708 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$55,708
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-2,932
Cost of Living
95%

Archivist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level archivist earns around $36,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $83,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,100
$-1,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$57,000
$-3,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$83,600
$-4,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $34,200
25th Percentile $43,700
Median (50th) $55,708
75th Percentile $72,200
90th Percentile $89,300

Archivist Salary in Other Illinois Cities

How to Become a Archivist in Aurora

Education

Most archivist positions require a master's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois 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 Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.