Archives Student Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does an Archives Student Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Archives Student Assistant in the United States is $35,876 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, an Archives Student Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $40,650
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,739 to $38,375
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,794
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Archives Student Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $38,375 $3,198 $738 $18
Average $35,876 $2,990 $690 $17
25th Percentile $33,739 $2,812 $649 $16
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Key Factors That Influence Archives Student Assistant Salaries

An Archives Student Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Archives Student Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Archives Student Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $34,629
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $34,695
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $35,528
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $36,500
  • Expert (over 8 years): $36,570
Levels Salary
Entry Level Archives Student Assistant$34,629
Intermediate Level Archives Student Assistant$34,695
Senior Level Archives Student Assistant$35,528
Specialist Level Archives Student Assistant$36,500
Expert Level Archives Student Assistant$36,570
$34,629 0 yr
$34,695 < 2 yrs
$35,528 2-4 yrs
$36,500 5-8 yrs
$36,570 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Archives Student Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Archives Student Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $39,721.
  • California: $39,571.
  • Massachusetts: $39,043.

Top Paying Cities for Archives Student Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $45,250
  • San Francisco: $44,754
  • Oakland: $43,811

What Skills Can Increase an Archives Student Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 3.61% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Acute Care (Mentioned in 3.54% Job Postings): Acute care is a branch of secondary health care where a patient receives active but short-term treatment for a severe injury or episode of illness, an urgent medical condition, or during recovery from surgery. In medical terms, care for acute health conditions is the opposite from chronic care, or longer term care. Acute care services are generally delivered by teams of health care professionals from a range of medical and surgical specialties. Acute care may require a stay in a hospital emergency department, ambulatory surgery center, urgent care centre or other short-term stay facility, along with the assistance of diagnostic services, surgery, or follow-up outpatient care in the community. Hospital-based acute inpatient care typically has the goal of discharging patients as soon as they are deemed healthy and stable. Acute care settings include emergency department, intensive care, coronary care, cardiology, neonatal intensive care, and many general areas where the patient could become acutely unwell and require stabilization and transfer to another higher dependency unit for further treatment.
  • Oral Hygiene (Mentioned in 2.12% Job Postings): The practice of keeping your mouth clean and disease-free. It involves brushing and flossing your teeth as well as visiting your dentist regularly for dental X-rays, exams and cleanings.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 3.61%
Acute Care 3.54%
Oral Hygiene 2.12%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Archives Student Assistant's salary.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 62%.
  • Partnering: Can increase your salary by up to 51%.
  • Dedication: Can increase your salary by up to 32%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Consulting
$58,118
62%
Partnering
$54,172
51%
Dedication
$47,356
32%
Coordination
$45,921
28%
Initiative
$45,562
27%
Leadership
$44,486
24%
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Archives Student Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Archives Student Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 25% above the average. Conversely, Archives Student Assistant positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Archives Student Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Archives Student Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$44,844$22.025%

How Education impacts an Archives Student Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Archives Student Assistants enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Archives Student Assistant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $35,193 and $37,167).

Archives Student Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Archives Student Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.1%
High School 81.6%
Associates 9.2%
Bachelors 5.0%
Masters 0.8%
Doctorate 0.2%
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Archives Student Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Archives Student Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Archives Student Assistant

Salaries for an Archives Student Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $38,845 in 2023 to around $38,579 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Archives Student Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Archives Student Assistant Over Time

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2023
$38,845
2024
$39,263
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2024 $39,263
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    Columbus, OH

    Oregon State University | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Ohio State University | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Columbus State Community College | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Classic Carriers Inc | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Dinerstein Companies | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Archives Student Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Archives Student Assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Archives Student Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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