BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Historians in Illinois earn between $71,190 and $111,650, with a mean of $90,280. The national average for this role is $81,513.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Illinois | $90,280 |
| National Average | $81,513 |
| Maryland | $115,840 |
| District of Columbia | $113,140 |
| Massachusetts | $112,310 |
| Minnesota | $111,290 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Illinois. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.