How much does an anthropologist and archeologist make in Alabama?
$75,690a year
Median yearly pay for anthropologist and archeologists in Alabama. That is $36.39 an hour or $6,308 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.39
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,960Median: $75,690Highest 10%: $82,880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,960 | $19.69 | |
| 25th | $54,070 | $26.00 | |
| Median | $75,690 | $36.39 | |
| 75th | $78,630 | $37.80 | |
| 90th | $82,880 | $39.85 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Mobile, AL | $61,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for anthropologist and archeologists.
| 9. Pennsylvania | $79,660 |
| 10. Montana | $79,420 |
| 11. Wyoming | $76,400 |
| 12. Alabama | $75,690 |
| 13. Washington | $74,790 |
| 14. Utah | $73,920 |
| 15. North Carolina | $73,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an anthropologist and archeologist make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $36.39 ($75,690 a year).
Do anthropologist and archeologists make more in Alabama than the national average?
Yes: $75,690 against $70,770 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Alabama rank for anthropologist and archeologist pay?
Alabama ranks 12 of 45 states.
Which city in Alabama pays anthropologist and archeologists the most?
Mobile, AL, with a median of $61,110 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.