How much does an archivist make in Rhode Island?
$76,990a year
Median yearly pay for archivists in Rhode Island. That is $37.01 an hour or $6,416 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.01
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,140Median: $76,990Highest 10%: $116,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,140 | $20.74 | |
| 25th | $69,600 | $33.46 | |
| Median | $76,990 | $37.01 | |
| 75th | $94,460 | $45.41 | |
| 90th | $116,700 | $56.08 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $76,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for archivists.
| 1. District of Columbia | $93,040 |
| 2. Connecticut | $79,790 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $78,180 |
| 4. Rhode Island | $76,990 |
| 5. Washington | $76,490 |
| 6. Maryland | $76,440 |
| 7. New York | $73,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an archivist make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $37.01 ($76,990 a year).
Do archivists make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $76,990 against $64,550 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for archivist pay?
Rhode Island ranks 4 of 38 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays archivists the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $76,990 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.