Creative & Education Michigan (MI) Rank #35 of 50

Archivist Salary in Michigan

The median archivist salary in Michigan is $52,776 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $58,640.

Median Salary

$52,776

vs National

$-5,864

State Rank

#35 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Archivist Salary in Michigan by Experience

In Michigan, an entry-level archivist earns around $34,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $79,200 per year. The cost of living index in Michigan is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$34,200

$-3,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$54,000

$-6,000 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$79,200

$-8,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Michigan

Percentile	MI Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$32,400	$36,000	$-3,600
25th Percentile	$41,400	$46,000	$-4,600
Median (50th)	$52,776	$58,640	$-5,864
75th Percentile	$68,400	$76,000	$-7,600
90th Percentile	$84,600	$94,000	$-9,400

Archivist Salary by City in Michigan

The largest employment areas for archivists in Michigan include Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and Warren. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Detroit, MI

$51,603

Pop. 639,111 · COL 88%

Grand Rapids, MI

$52,776

Pop. 198,917 · COL 90%

Ann Arbor, MI

$61,572

Pop. 123,851 · COL 105%

Warren, MI

$51,603

Pop. 139,387 · COL 88%

Lansing, MI

$50,430

Pop. 112,644 · COL 86%

How to Become a Archivist in Michigan

Education

Most archivist positions require a master's degree. Michigan has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Archival ScienceCatalogingDigital PreservationResearchDatabase ManagementMetadata

Job Outlook in Michigan

Nationally, archivist employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Michigan's demand may vary based on local industry trends.