50% of professionals earn between $70,000 - $99,705 USD
The median salary is $85,000
The average salary for a Historian in United States is USD 85,021 - USD 119,069 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 102,500 per year, based on 147 active job listings.
The cities with the most Historian job opportunities in United States are Williamsburg, Austin, Richmond, Arlington, Houston. Williamsburg leads with 5 job openings.
Leading employers for Historian roles in United States include ERM, St. Luke's Health System, State of Michigan, City of Sacramento, Western Museums Association (WMA).
Explore 147 Historian job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.